tag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:/postsEnvato Tuts+ Design & Illustration2018-05-24T17:00:00Ztag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31033How to Make Watercolor Effects in Photoshop Quickly With Actions<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/final_image/final-product.jpg" alt="Final product image" /><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>In this tutorial, you will learn how to create an amazing watercolor effect. I will explain everything in so much detail that everyone can create it, even those who have just opened Photoshop for the first time.&nbsp;</p><p>The effect shown above is the one I will show you how to create in this tutorial. If you would like to create the even more advanced watercolor effects shown below, using just a single click and in only a few minutes, then check out my <a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/technicalart-2-photoshop-action/21130214" rel="external" target="_blank">TechnicalArt 2 Photoshop Action</a>.</p><figure class="post_image"><a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/technicalart-2-photoshop-action/21130214" target="_self"><img alt="Action final results" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/action-final-results.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/action-final-results.jpg"></a></figure><h2>What You'll Need</h2><p>To recreate the design above, you will need the following resources:</p><ul><li><a href="https://pixabay.com/en/orange-citrus-fruit-fruit-healthy-1995056/" rel="external" target="_blank">Stock Image</a>&nbsp; <br></li></ul><h2><span class="sectionnum">1.</span> Let's Get Started</h2><p>First, open the photo that you want to work with. To open your photo, go to <strong>File &gt; Open</strong>, choose your photo, and click <strong>Open</strong>. Now, before we get started, just check a couple of things:</p><ol><li>Your photo should be in <strong>RGB Color</strong> mode, <strong>8 Bits/Channel</strong>. To check this, go to <strong>Image &gt; Mode</strong>.</li><li>For best results, your photo size should be <strong>2000–4000 px wide/high</strong>. To check this, go to<strong> Image &gt; Image Size</strong>.</li><li>Your photo should be the&nbsp;<strong>Background</strong> layer. If it is not, go to <strong>Layer &gt; New &gt; Background from Layer</strong>.</li></ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Checking image size and mode" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/checking-image-size-and-mode.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/checking-image-size-and-mode.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">2.</span> How to Create the Brushes</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>In
this section, we are going to create the five watercolor brushes we'll need.
You can either <a text="download the textures from the attachment" href="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/attachment/Watercolor_Textures.zip" target="_self" title="Link: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/attachment/Watercolor_Textures.zip">download the textures from the attachment</a> and follow the process, or you can go to Ivan's&nbsp;tutorial to <a href="https://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-create-realistic-watercolor-photosop-brushes-from-scratch--cms-26980" target="_self" title="Link: https://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-create-realistic-watercolor-photosop-brushes-from-scratch--cms-26980">learn how to create your own watercolor textures</a>, <em>or</em> you can download my <a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/technicalart-2-photoshop-action/21130214" rel="external" target="_blank" title="Link: https://graphicriver.net/item/technicalart-2-photoshop-action/21130214">TechnicalArt 2 Photoshop Action</a> and get over 60 high-quality and resolution watercolor brushes (in this case you can skip this whole section).<br></p><h3>Step 2</h3><p>If you've followed the first option and downloaded the textures, then open the first texture scan in Photoshop. Go to <strong>Edit &gt; Define Brush</strong> to define this texture as a brush, and name it <strong>Temp_Brush_1</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Open the second texture scan, go to <strong>Edit &gt; Define Brush</strong> to define this texture as a brush, and name it <strong>Temp_Brush_2</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4<br></h3><p>Now open the third texture scan, go to <strong>Edit &gt; Define Brush</strong> to define this texture as a brush, and name it <strong>Temp_Brush_3</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-4.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5<br></h3><p>Now open the fourth texture scan, go to <strong>Edit &gt; Define Brush</strong> to define this texture as a brush, and name it <strong>Temp_Brush_4</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-5.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6<br></h3><p>Now open the last texture scan, go to <strong>Edit &gt; Define Brush</strong> to define this texture as a brush, and name it <strong>Temp_Brush_5</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-6.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-brush-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Now that we have defined our brushes, we need to adjust their settings and then define them again as new brushes. Press <strong>B</strong> on your keyboard, <strong>Right-click</strong> anywhere inside the canvas, select the <strong>Temp_Brush_1 </strong>brush, and hit <strong>Enter</strong>. Then go to <strong>Window &gt; Brush</strong> and, in the <strong>Brush</strong> window, use the settings below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adjusting brush settings" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>To define this brush with new settings as a new brush, click on the top right icon in the bottom right corner of the <strong>Brush</strong> panel, and name it <strong>Watercolor_Brush_1</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining new brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>Now press <strong>B</strong> on your keyboard, <strong>Right-click</strong> anywhere inside the canvas, select the <strong>Temp_Brush 2 </strong>brush, and hit <strong>Enter</strong>. Then go to <strong>Window &gt; Brush</strong> and in the <strong>Brush</strong> window use the settings below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adjusting brush settings" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings-2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>To define this brush with new settings as a new brush, click on the top right icon in the bottom right corner of the <strong>Brush</strong> panel, and name it <strong>Watercolor_Brush</strong><strong>_2</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining new brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush-2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p>Now press <strong>B</strong> on your keyboard, <strong>Right-click</strong> anywhere inside the canvas, select the <strong>Temp_Brush_3 </strong>brush, and hit <strong>Enter</strong>. Then go to <strong>Window &gt; Brush</strong> and in the <strong>Brush</strong> window use the settings below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adjusting brush settings" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings-3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12<br></h3><p>To define this brush with new settings as a new brush, click on the top right icon in the bottom right corner of the <strong>Brush</strong> panel, and name it <strong>Watercolor_Brush</strong><strong>_3</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining new brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush-3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 13</h3><p>Now press <strong>B</strong> on your keyboard, <strong>Right-click</strong> anywhere inside the canvas, select the <strong>Temp_Brush_4 </strong>brush, and hit <strong>Enter</strong>. Then go to <strong>Window &gt; Brush</strong> and in the <strong>Brush</strong> window use the settings below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adjusting brush settings" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings-4.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 14<br></h3><p>To define this brush with new settings as a new brush, click on the top right icon in the bottom right corner of the <strong>Brush</strong> panel, and name it <strong>Watercolor_Brush</strong><strong>_4</strong><strong></strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining new brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 15</h3><p>Now press <strong>B</strong> on your keyboard, <strong>Right-click</strong> anywhere inside the canvas, select the <strong>Temp_Brush_5 </strong>brush, and hit <strong>Enter</strong>. Then go to <strong>Window &gt; Brush</strong> and in the <strong>Brush</strong> window use the settings below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adjusting brush settings" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-brush-settings-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 16<br></h3><p>To define this brush with new settings as a new brush, click on the top right icon in the bottom right corner of the <strong>Brush</strong> panel, and name it <strong>Watercolor_Brush</strong><strong>_5</strong><strong></strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Defining new brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush-5.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/defining-new-brush-5.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">3.</span> How to Create the Background</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>In this section, we are going to create the background. Go to <strong>Layer &gt; New Fill Layer &gt; Solid Color</strong> to create a new solid color fill layer, name it <strong>Background color</strong>, and choose the color <code class="inline">#e5e5e5</code>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new solid color fill layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-solid-color-fill-layer.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-solid-color-fill-layer.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Now <strong>Right-click</strong> on this layer, choose <strong>Blending Options</strong>, check <strong>Gradient Overlay</strong>, and use the settings below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding layer style" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-layer-style.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">4.</span> How to Create the Sketch</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>In this step we are going to create the sketch. Select the <strong>Background</strong> layer and press <strong>Control-J</strong> on your keyboard to duplicate it. Then, drag this layer to the top of the layers in the <strong>Layers</strong> panel.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Duplicating layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/duplicating-layer.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Now press <strong>Control-Shift-U</strong> on your keyboard to desaturate this layer. Then, go to<strong> Filter &gt; Filter Gallery &gt; Stylize &gt; Glowing Edges</strong> and set the <strong>Edge Width</strong> to <strong>1</strong>, <strong>Edge Brightness </strong>to <strong>20</strong>, and <strong>Smoothness</strong> to <strong>15</strong>.<strong><br></strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding glowing edges filter" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-glowing-edges-filter.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-glowing-edges-filter.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Press <strong>Control-I</strong> on your keyboard to invert this layer. Then, go to <strong>Filter &gt; Sharpen &gt; Unsharp Mask</strong> and set the <strong>Amount</strong> to<strong> 500%</strong>, <strong>Radius</strong> to <strong>1 px</strong>, and <strong>Threshold</strong> to<strong> 0 levels</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding unsharp mask filter" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-unsharp-mask-filter.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-unsharp-mask-filter.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Change the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> of this layer to <strong>Multiply</strong> and set the <strong>Opacity</strong> to <strong>47%</strong>. Then, name this layer <strong>Sketch</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing blending mode and opacity" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-blending-mode-and-opacity.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">5.</span> How to Create the Watercolor Painting<br></h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>In this section we are going to create the watercolor painting. Go to <strong>Layer &gt; New &gt; Layer</strong> to create a new layer and name it <strong>Temp_1</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Now set the foreground color to <code class="inline">#000000</code>, choose the <strong>Brush Tool (B)</strong>, and pick the <strong>Watercolor_Brush_1</strong> brush. Then, adjust the <strong>Diameter</strong> of the brush as you like, and brush as shown below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Brushing into layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/brushing-into-layer.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/brushing-into-layer.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p><strong>Control-click</strong> on this layer thumbnail to make a selection of this layer. Then, hide this layer, select the <strong>Background</strong> layer, and press <strong>Control-J</strong> on your keyboard to create a new layer using the selection. After that, drag this new layer just below the <strong>Temp_1</strong> layer in the <strong>Layers</strong> panel.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer using selection" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-using-selection.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-using-selection.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Now change the <strong>Opacity</strong> of this layer to <strong>56%</strong> and name it <strong>WP_1</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing opacity" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-opacity.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-opacity.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Go to <strong>Layer &gt; New &gt; Layer</strong> to create a new layer and name it <strong>Temp_2</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Now set the foreground color to <code class="inline">#000000</code>, choose the <strong>Brush Tool (B)</strong>, and pick the <strong>Watercolor_Brush_2</strong> brush. Then, adjust the <strong>Diameter</strong> of the brush as you like, and brush as shown below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Brushing into layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/brushing-into-layer-2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/brushing-into-layer-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p><strong>Control-click</strong> on this layer thumbnail to make a selection of this layer. Then, hide this layer, select the <strong>Background</strong> layer, and press <strong>Control-J</strong> on your keyboard to create a new layer using the selection. After that, drag this new layer just below the <strong>WP_1</strong> layer in the <strong>Layers</strong> panel.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer using selection" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-using-selection-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Now change the <strong>Opacity</strong> of this layer to <strong>40%</strong> and name it <strong>WP_2</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing opacity" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-opacity-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>Select the <strong>WP_1</strong> layer, go to <strong>Layer &gt; New &gt; Layer</strong> to create a new layer, and name it <strong>Temp_3</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>Now set the foreground color to <code class="inline">#000000</code>, choose the <strong>Brush Tool (B)</strong>, and pick the <strong>Watercolor_Brush_3</strong> brush. Then, adjust the <strong>Diameter</strong> of the brush as you like, and brush as shown below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Brushing into layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/brushing-into-layer-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p><strong>Control-click</strong> on this layer thumbnail to make a selection of this layer. Then, hide this layer, select the <strong>Background</strong> layer, and press <strong>Control-J</strong> on your keyboard to create a new layer using the selection. After that, drag this new layer just below the <strong>WP_2</strong> layer in the <strong>Layers</strong> panel.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer using selection" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-using-selection-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12</h3><p>Now change the <strong>Opacity</strong> of this layer to <strong>62%</strong> and name it <strong>WP_3</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing opacity" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-opacity-3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-opacity-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 13</h3><p>Select the <strong>WP_1</strong> layer, go to <strong>Layer &gt; New &gt; Layer</strong> to create a new layer, and name it <strong>Temp_4</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 14</h3><p>Now set the foreground color to <code class="inline">#000000</code>, choose the <strong>Brush Tool (B)</strong>, and pick the <strong>Watercolor_Brush_4</strong> brush. Then, adjust the <strong>Diameter</strong> of the brush as you like, and brush as shown below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Brushing into layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/brushing-into-layer-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 15</h3><p><strong>Control-click</strong> on this layer thumbnail to make a selection of this layer. Then, hide this layer, select the <strong>Background</strong> layer, and press <strong>Control-J</strong> on your keyboard to create a new layer using the selection. After that, drag this new layer just below the <strong>WP_3</strong> layer in the <strong>Layers</strong> panel.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer using selection" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-using-selection-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 16</h3><p>Now name this layer <strong>WP_4</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing layer name" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-layer-name.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-layer-name.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 17</h3><p>Select the <strong>WP_1</strong> layer, go to <strong>Layer &gt; New &gt; Layer</strong> to create a new layer, and name it <strong>Temp_5.</strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-5.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 18</h3><p>Now set the foreground color to <code class="inline">#000000</code>, choose the <strong>Brush Tool (B)</strong>, and pick the <strong>Watercolor_Brush_5</strong> brush. Then, adjust the <strong>Diameter</strong> of the brush as you like, and brush as shown below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Brushing into layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/brushing-into-layer-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 19</h3><p><strong>Control-click</strong> on this layer thumbnail to make a selection of this layer. Then, hide this layer, select the <strong>Background</strong> layer, and press <strong>Control-J</strong> on your keyboard to create a new layer using the selection. After that, drag this new layer just below the <strong>WP_4</strong> layer in the <strong>Layers</strong> panel.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer using selection" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-using-selection-5.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-using-selection-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 20</h3><p>Now name this layer <strong>WP_5</strong>. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing layer name" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-layer-name-2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-layer-name-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 21</h3><p>Select the <strong>Temp_1</strong> layer and <strong>Shift-click</strong> on the <strong>Temp_5</strong> layer to select all layers between. Then, <strong>Right-click</strong> on any of the selected layers and choose <strong>Delete Layers</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Deleting layers" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/deleting-layers.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/deleting-layers.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 22</h3><p>Now select the <strong>WP_1</strong> layer, go to <strong>Filter &gt; Filter Gallery &gt; Artistic &gt; Watercolor</strong>, and set the <strong>Brush Detail</strong> to <strong>14</strong>, <strong>Shadow Intensity</strong> to <strong>0</strong>, and <strong>Texture</strong> to <strong>1</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding watercolor filter" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-watercolor-filter.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-watercolor-filter.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 23</h3><p>Now repeat the previous step to apply the same filter to the remaining watercolor layers.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding watercolor filter" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-watercolor-filter-2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-watercolor-filter-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 24</h3><p>Select the <strong>WP_1</strong> layer and <strong>Shift-click </strong>on the <strong>WP_5</strong> layer to select all layers between. Then, go to<strong> Layer &gt; New &gt; Group from Layers</strong> to create a new group from the selected layers and name it <strong>Watercolor Painting</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new group from layers" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-group-from-layers.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">6.</span> How to Create the Texture</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>In this step we are going to create the texture. Go to <strong>Layer &gt; New &gt; Layer</strong> to create a new layer and name it <strong>Texture</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-layer-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Now go to <strong>Edit &gt; Fill</strong> and set <strong>Contents</strong> to <strong>50% Gray</strong>, <strong>Mode</strong> to <strong>Normal</strong>, and <strong>Opacity</strong> to <strong>100%</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Filling layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/filling-layer.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Go to <strong>Filter &gt; Filter Gallery &gt; Texture &gt; Texturizer</strong> and set the <strong>Texture</strong> to <strong>Canvas</strong>, <strong>Scaling</strong> to <strong>200%</strong>, <strong>Relief</strong> to <strong>4</strong>, and <strong>Light</strong> to <strong>Top</strong> as shown below:<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding texturizer filter" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-texturizer-filter.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Now change the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> of this layer to <strong>Soft Light</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing blending mode" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-blending-mode.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">7.</span> How to Make the Final Adjustments</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>In this section, we are going to make final adjustments to the design. Go to <strong>Layer &gt; New Adjustment Layer &gt; Curves</strong> to create a new curves adjustment layer and name it <strong>Color_Look_1</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new curves adjustment layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-curves-adjustment-layer.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2<br></h3><p>Now <strong>Double-click</strong> on this layer thumbnail and in the <strong>Properties</strong> panel enter the settings below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adjusting curves" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-curves.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-curves.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Change the <strong>Opacity</strong> of this layer to <strong>46%</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing opacity" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-opacity-4.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-opacity-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Now select the <strong>Texture</strong> layer, go to <strong>Layer &gt; New Adjustment Layer &gt; Gradient Map</strong> to create a new gradient map adjustment layer, and name it <strong>Color_Look_2</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new gradient map adjustment layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-gradient-map-adjustment-layer.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p><strong>Double-click</strong> on this layer thumbnail, and then in the <strong>Properties</strong> panel, click on the gradient to open up the <strong>Gradient Editor</strong> panel and enter the settings below:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adjusting gradient map" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-gradient-map.jpg"><figcaption>The left color stop has color 290a59, and the right color stop has color ff7c00.</figcaption></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Now change the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> of this layer to <strong>Soft Light</strong> and set the <strong>Opacity </strong>to <strong>33%</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing blending mode and opacity" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-blending-mode-and-opacity-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Select the <strong>Color_Look_1</strong> layer and press <strong>D</strong> on your keyboard to reset the swatches. Then, go to <strong>Layer &gt; New Adjustment Layer &gt; Gradient Map</strong> to create a new gradient map adjustment layer and name it <strong>Overall Contrast</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new gradient map adjustment layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-gradient-map-adjustment-layer-2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-gradient-map-adjustment-layer-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Now change the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> of this layer to <strong>Soft Light</strong> and set the <strong>Opacity </strong>to <strong>37%</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing blending mode and opacity" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-blending-mode-and-opacity-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>Go to <strong>Layer &gt; New Adjustment Layer &gt; Vibrance</strong> to create a new vibrance adjustment layer and name it <strong>Overall Vibrance/Saturation</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating new vibrance adjustment layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-vibrance-adjustment-layer.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/creating-new-vibrance-adjustment-layer.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>Now <strong>Double-click</strong> on this layer thumbnail and in the<strong> Properties</strong> panel set the <strong>Vibrance</strong> to <strong>+33</strong> and <strong>Saturation</strong> to <strong>+19</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adjusting vibrance and saturation" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-vibrance-and-saturation.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adjusting-vibrance-and-saturation.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p>Now press <strong>Control-Alt-Shift-E</strong> on your keyboard to make a screenshot, and then press <strong>Control-Shift-U</strong> to desaturate this layer. Then, go to <strong>Filter &gt; Other &gt; High Pass</strong> and set the <strong>Radius</strong> to <strong>2 px</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding high pass filter" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-high-pass-filter.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/adding-high-pass-filter.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12</h3><p>Change the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> of this layer to <strong>Hard Light</strong> and name it <strong>Overall Sharpening</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Changing blending mode" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/changing-blending-mode-2.jpg"></figure><h2>You Made It!</h2><p>Congratulations, you have succeeded! Here is our final result:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Final result" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/final-result.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/final-result.jpg"></figure><p> If you would like to create the even more advanced watercolor effects
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The action also creates 50 preset color looks that you can choose from.</p><p>The action comes with a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I05Z0vFKAio" rel="external" target="_blank" title="Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I05Z0vFKAio">detailed video tutorial</a> that demonstrates how to use the action and customize the results to get the most out of the effect.</p><figure class="post_image"><a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/aquarelle-photoshop-action/21561888" target="_self"><img alt="Action final results" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/action-final-results-3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1437/posts/31033/image/action-final-results-3.jpg"></a></figure><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31033/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31033/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31033/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31033/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-24T17:00:00.000Z2018-05-24T17:00:00.000ZMarko Kožokartag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31084How to Create a Traditional Indian Kolam Pattern in Adobe Illustrator<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/final_image/final.png" alt="Final product image" /><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>Kolam is a form of drawing that is drawn by using rice flour/chalk/chalk powder/rock powder often using naturally/synthetically colored powders as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kolam" rel="external" target="_blank">Wikipedia </a>says. A Kolam is a geometrical line drawing composed of curved loops, which is drawn around a grid pattern of dots. In <a href="https://photodune.net/search/south%20india?sort=sales" rel="external" target="_blank">South India</a> it is widely practiced by <a href="https://photodune.net/search/hindu%20female?sort=sales" rel="external" target="_blank">female Hindu</a> family members in front of their houses. More complex Kolams are drawn and colors are often added during holiday occasions and special events.<br></p><p>When I was requested to create a Kolam pattern, I thought it might be interesting to do so. And the more you search, the more interesting it becomes. So I tried to recreate the pattern drawn by rice powder by <a href="https://photodune.net/tags/people?term=woman%20india" rel="external" target="_blank">Indian women</a>.<br></p><p>In this tutorial we will use the Grid and the Arc Tool. After creating the pattern, we will apply two special brushes to make it look as if the pattern was drawn using rice powder. <br></p><p>Let's start!<br></p><h2><span class="sectionnum">1.</span>&nbsp;How to Set Up the Grid and Create a Quarter of the Pattern</h2><h3>Step 1<br></h3><p>After you opened your <strong>Adobe Illustrator,</strong> create a new document with <strong>850 px Width</strong> and <strong>Height</strong>. <br></p><p>Now let's set up some settings to make our future work easier. First, we will set up the <strong>Grid</strong>. Press&nbsp;<strong>Control-K</strong>&nbsp;and a new dialogue window will pop up. On the left side of this window, you will find the words <strong>Guides &amp; Grid</strong>. Click on that and enter the options shown in the image below, and then press <strong>OK</strong>. <br></p><p>After that, you want to see the grid you just set up. <strong>Right-click</strong> your mouse and check <strong>Show Grid</strong>. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to set up the grid" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_1.png"></figure><p>The last thing you want to do in order to make your job easier is to check <strong>Snap to Grid</strong> (<strong>View &gt; Snap to Grid</strong>). <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to snap to grid" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_1a.png"></figure><h3>Step 2<br></h3><p>So now we have our grid, which will help us to draw. But this grid is everywhere, even beyond the borders of the artboard. That's why we want to set some boundaries for our future pattern.<br></p><p>Delete the fill color and set a black stroke color. Take the <strong>Ellipse Tool (L)</strong> and draw a tiny circle. Because you checked <strong>Snap to Grid</strong>, this ellipse will sit exactly on the intersection. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create the special grid for the pattern" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_2.png"><br></figure><h3>Step 3<br></h3><p>Keep the circle selected, and immediately press the <strong>Enter </strong>button. This action means you want to move your object. In the new dialogue window, enter the options you see below, and then press <strong>Copy</strong>. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create the special grid for the pattern" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_3.png"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to move the dot horizontally " src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_3a.png"></figure><p>You'll notice that you just created a new copy of the tiny circle. Then press&nbsp;<strong>Control-D</strong>&nbsp;a few times to fill the width of your artboard.&nbsp;<br></p><h3>Step 4<br></h3><p>Select the whole row that we previously created and press the <strong>Enter </strong>key again. Now we want to move the row vertically. Enter the options in the new dialogue window: <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to move the dot vertically " src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_4a.png"></figure><p>Fill your artboard vertically.<br></p><p>After you've finished creating the grid for the pattern, it's best to create a new layer where you will actually draw the pattern, so that you don't move the grid accidentally. Go to the <strong>Layers</strong> panel (<strong>Window &gt; Layers</strong>) and hit the <strong>Create New Layer</strong> button. Then, lock the layer with the grid: click on the empty box on the left side and a tiny lock sign will appear there.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how the special grid for the pattern should look" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_4.png"></figure><h3>Step 5<br></h3><p>And now we can start to draw our pattern. Make sure you are on the right layer (the new one we just created). Choose any stroke color you like—it doesn't matter because we will change it later on. <br></p><p>Hit the<strong> Arc Tool</strong> and draw curves following the arrows shown below. I changed the stroke color for each of the arcs for better visibility. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to draw the first loop of the kolam" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_5.png"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Continue to draw the pattern. We will need to create squares as well (use the <strong>Rectangle Tool (M) </strong>for the squares). For the straight lines you can also use the<strong> Arc Tool,</strong> because if you stretch the curve between the two dots lying on a horizontal or vertical line, it will be a straight line. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to continue to draw the kolam" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_6.png"></figure><h3>Step 7<br></h3><p>Continue to draw the pattern, as shown below. Notice how some shapes are not connected to others. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to continue to draw the kolam" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_7.png"></figure><h3>Step 8<br></h3><p>Now add even more detail to your pattern, by adding in more designs. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="finishing drawing the kolam" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_8.png"></figure><h3>Step 9<br></h3><p>Add a few more curves and circles (which actually look like dots). Make their stroke thicker on the Str<strong></strong>oke panel (<strong>Window &gt; Stroke</strong>) by increasing the stroke <strong>Weight</strong>, so they will be more visible.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="adding final touches to the kolam" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/1_9.png"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">2.</span>&nbsp;How to Multiply the Quarter of the Pattern</h2><h3>Step 1<br></h3><p>So now we have a quarter of the pattern. And now we are going to multiply this quarter to get the whole pattern. <br></p><p>First, select the quarter, and hit the<strong> Reflect Tool (O)</strong>. While holding down the <strong>Alt </strong>key, click on the middle of the grid (the one we created especially for the pattern, not the one you switched to by <strong>right-clicking &gt; Show Grid</strong>). In the new dialogue window, enter<strong> Axis <em>Vertical</em>, Angle <em>90 </em>degrees</strong> and press <strong>Copy</strong>. Now we've got the first half of the pattern. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to reflect the quarter of the pattern to have the half" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/2_1.png"></figure><h3>Step 2 <br></h3><p>And now reflect the half vertically in order to get the whole one. Select the half of the pattern, hit the <strong>Reflect Tool (O)</strong> and click just below the half. In the new dialogue window, enter <strong>Axis <em>Horizontal</em>, Angle <em>0 </em>degrees</strong>, and press <strong>Copy</strong>. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to reflect the half of the pattern to have the whole one" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/2_2.png"></figure><p>Now you can switch off the layer with the grid by clicking the button with an eye&nbsp;on the <strong>Layers </strong>panel (<strong>Window &gt; Layers</strong>) and see how your pattern looks.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how the completed pattern should look" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/2_2a.png"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">3.</span>&nbsp;How to Create the Background and Change the Brush</h2><h3>Step 1<br></h3><p>Delete the stroke color and set the fill color shown below. Hit the <strong>Rectangle Tool (M)</strong> and click on your artboard. In the new dialogue window, enter <strong>850 px Width</strong> and <strong>Height</strong>, and press <strong>OK</strong>. This will be the background. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create the background" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/3_1.png"></figure><h3>Step 2 <br></h3><p>Place the background behind the pattern (<strong>Control-X, Control-B</strong>). <br></p><p>Select the pattern (without the background) and change its stroke color to white. To make it look more like rice powder, let's change the brush. Go to the <strong>Brushes </strong>panel (<strong>Window &gt; Brushes</strong>), and on the bottom of the panel click on the <strong>Brush Libraries Menu</strong> and select <strong>Artistic &gt; Artistic_ChalkCharcoalPencil &gt; Charcoal - Rounded</strong>. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to change the stroke color and brush" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/3_2.png"></figure><p>Here are the options for the new brush: <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Charcoal - Rounded brush options window" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/3_2a.png"></figure><h3>Step 3<br></h3><p>To make it more like actual art, we will make it a bit messier. Keep the pattern selected and go to the <strong>Appearance </strong>panel (<strong>Window &gt; Appearance</strong>). Look at the top right corner of this panel and click on the button there. Find the words<strong> Add New Stroke</strong>, and press on it. <br></p><p>You just added a new stroke to the existing one, but they are still the same: both are white and use the same brush. We want to keep the same stroke color, but we want to change the brush. For the new stroke, go to the <strong>Artistic &gt; Artistic_Ink &gt; Galaxy</strong>. Be sure this <strong>Galaxy</strong> stroke stays behind the <strong>Charcoal - Rounded</strong> one. On the <strong>Appearance </strong>panel, you can drag it down.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how shoul Appearance panel look after applying two new brushes" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/3_3b.png"></figure><p>This is what your pattern should look like once you have added the <strong>Galaxy </strong>stroke. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how the completed kolam pattern should look" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/3_3.png"></figure><p>Here is the <strong>Galaxy </strong>brush options window:<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Galaxy brush options window" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/3_3a.png"></figure><h2>Conclusion<br></h2><p>As you can see, you have successfully created an amazing image. It is quite amazing how Indian women can create this pattern just by using rice powder. I hope you enjoyed creating this wonderful image. <br></p><p>For more inspiration, feel free to check out <a href="https://graphicriver.net/" rel="external" target="_blank">GraphicRiver</a> for more amazing images and more <a href="https://graphicriver.net/search/indian%20pattern?referrer=homepage&amp;utf8=%E2%9C%93" rel="external" target="_blank">Indian patterns</a>. <br></p><p>See you next time! <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="final" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/127/posts/31084/image/final.png"></figure><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31084/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31084/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31084/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31084/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-24T08:00:00.000Z2018-05-24T08:00:00.000ZNataliya Dolotkotag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31158How to Design Gradient-Based Logos in Adobe Illustrator<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/final_image/Final-gradient-logo.png" alt="Final product image"><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>Do you want to learn how to design high-quality logos using gradients in Adobe Illustrator? In this video from my course, <a href="https://design.tutsplus.com/courses/10-essential-design-tips-in-adobe-illustrator?ec_promo=enhanced_lesson_as_tutorial" target="_self">10 Essential Design Tips in Adobe Illustrator</a>, you’ll learn how to create gradient-based logos, primarily using only two colors: black and white.</p><h2>Logo Design With Gradients</h2><figure><script src="//fast.wistia.com/assets/external/E-v1.js" async="async"></script><div class="wistia_responsive_padding"><div class="wistia_responsive_wrapper"><div class="wistia_embed wistia_async_tpwxk5yulz videoFoam=true"> </div></div></div></figure><h3>Why Gradient-Based Logos?</h3><p>Sometimes you see logos and they have a gradient to them, and they blend really nicely over different colors. </p><p>A good example would be the Adobe MAX logo—the more abstract one that was made out of lots of different triangles. It's very, very minimal, and it's all made up of gradients. So when you lay a color or any image behind it, no matter what it is, it looks fantastic and it works. </p><h3>How to Create a Gradient-Based Logo</h3><p>Let's start by creating a polygon. So choose the <strong>Polygon Tool</strong> and left-click anywhere on the artboard. Set the number of <strong>Sides</strong> to <strong>3</strong>. Don't worry about setting the radius—just click <strong>OK</strong>, and then just scale it up by dragging from the corner while holding <strong>Shift</strong>.</p><p>Now click on the <strong>Gradient</strong> panel on the right. (If you don't see that panel, just go to the top menu and choose <strong>Window &gt; Gradient</strong>.) And if you click anywhere on that slider, you'll get the default black to white gradient. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Triangle with the default black to white gradient" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/image/Triangle.png"></figure><p>You can then duplicate the shape by holding <strong>Alt-Shift</strong> and dragging to the right. And then repeat this last action with<strong> Command-D</strong> to create a third triangle.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Three triangles with default black to white gradient" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/image/3-triangles.png"></figure><p>Let's rotate this now. So select everything, and hold <strong>Shift</strong> and rotate from one of the corners. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Triangles rotated 180 degrees" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/image/Triangles-rotated.png"></figure><p>Now drag over everything, and change the <strong>Transparency</strong> blending mode from Normal to <strong>Multiply</strong>.</p><p>And there we go. We've got a kind of W logo. So let's pretend that this is a fictional company and the logo is a W. What using Multiply does is that it just blends those shapes together so that they overlap with each other.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Triangles blended" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/image/Blended.png"></figure><p>Now let's bring the triangles in a bit so that they're closer to each other. Just drag them in manually, and then if you end up with unequal spacing, just select everything and from the <strong>Align</strong> panel, go to the <strong>Distribute Object </strong>section and select <strong>Horizontal Distribute Center</strong>, and it will space them equally apart. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Triangles closer together" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/image/Blended-2.png"></figure><h3>Varying the Logo's Background and Color</h3><p>Now let's add a background color. You can use the Rectangle Tool and size it so that it covers the artboard. Pick a blue color from the <strong>Swatches</strong> panel, and then go to <strong>Object &gt; Arrange &gt; Send to Back</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Logo with blue background" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/image/Blue-background.png"></figure><p>As you can see, because we have the black and white gradient, it blends in really well with whatever color you lay behind this. So if you go back to the <strong>Swatches</strong> panel and change the global swatch, you can see that it works well with lots of different background colors.</p><p>We can also go back into each shape and adjust the rotation, reverse the gradients, change the angle, and so on. And you can also double click on a swatch in the gradient and then go and add colors as well. So let's add a dark blue color. And then you can use the <strong>Eyedropper Tool</strong> to copy that to the other two shapes.</p><p>Now, of course, we've introduced a specific color. So if we do start changing the background color, now we've got to be conscious about how these two colors blend together with the multiply blending mode. </p><p>So we've got this really dark blue swatch that we used in the gradient, and we can add different background colors. For example, here it is with a coral color background, and those two colors are blending together, which I think works really well. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Logo with dark blue gradient and coral background" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/image/Coral-background.png"></figure><p>Or here it is with a teal background:</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Logo with a teal background" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/48/posts/31158/image/Teal-background.png"></figure><p>So you have a lot of flexibility here. It depends entirely what you're going for, but that is one way that you can use gradients within your logo design to make something that looks awesome and works with a variety of different backgrounds.</p><h2>Watch the Full Course</h2><p>If you found this video useful, then be sure to join me for the full course, <a href="https://design.tutsplus.com/courses/10-essential-design-tips-in-adobe-illustrator?ec_promo=enhanced_lesson_as_tutorial" target="_self">10 Essential Design Tips in Adobe Illustrator</a>. This was just one of the ten essential design tips you'll learn, which will help you bring your creative ideas to life in Adobe Illustrator. Our ten tips will cover a variety of different techniques, helping you to boost your creativity and transfer your ideas to a digital canvas.</p><p>You can take this course straight away with a <a href="https://tutsplus.com/subscribe-with-elements?ec_promo=enhanced_lesson_as_tutorial" target="_self">subscription to Envato Elements</a>. For a single low monthly fee, you get access not only to this course, but also to our growing library of over 1,000 video courses and industry-leading eBooks on Envato Tuts+. </p><p>Plus you now get unlimited downloads from the huge Envato Elements library of 580,000+ creative assets. Create with unique fonts, photos, graphics and templates, and deliver better projects faster.</p><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31158/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31158/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31158/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31158/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-23T18:55:55.000Z2018-05-23T18:55:55.000ZDaniel Whitetag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31045How to Create a Quick Burnt Wood Text Effect in Adobe InDesign<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/final_image/Burn-Effect.jpg" alt="Final product image"><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>This effect adds rustic charm to any typography, is quick and easy to create, and is a great way of mocking up logos or signage. We’ll use Adobe InDesign’s Effects window to develop depth, highlighting and shadowing.</p>
<p>Have 15 minutes? What are you waiting for!</p><p>If you're on the hunt for more great fonts to use in your text effects, head on over to <a href="https://elements.envato.com/fonts" rel="external" target="_blank">Envato Elements</a> to browse a huge range of <a href="https://elements.envato.com/fonts" rel="external" target="_blank">display typefaces</a>.</p>
<h2>What You’ll Need to Create Your Text Effect</h2>
<p>As well as access to <strong>Adobe InDesign</strong>, you’ll also need to download the following image and font files:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://elements.envato.com/abstract-wood-background-full-frame-rustic-plank-P8FY39R" rel="external" target="_blank">Rustic wood texture</a></li>
<li>
<a href="https://elements.envato.com/the-douglas-collections-V6DAU7" rel="external" target="_blank">Douglas-Calgury Block font </a>(from the Douglas Collections pack)</li>
</ul>
<h2>
<span class="sectionnum">1.</span> How to Set Up the Wooden Backdrop for Your Effect</h2>
<h3>Step 1</h3><p>Open up <strong>InDesign</strong> and go to <strong>File &gt; New &gt; Document.</strong> You can set up your page to any size, but here I’ve set it up as <strong>Landscape A3</strong>. When you’re ready, click <strong>Create</strong>. </p><p>Expand the <strong>Layers</strong> panel <strong>(Window &gt; Layers) </strong>and double-click on<strong><em> Layer 1</em></strong> to rename it as <strong><em>Background</em></strong>.</p><p>Create three new layers above this, in this order—<strong><em>Smudge, Type, </em></strong>and finally <strong><em>Highlight</em></strong> at the top. </p><p>Then lock all layers except <strong><em>Background</em></strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="background layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/1,1.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/1,1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Working on <strong><em>Background</em></strong>, use the <strong>Rectangle Frame Tool (F)</strong> to create an image frame across the whole page.</p><p><strong>File &gt; Place</strong>, navigate to the <a href="https://elements.envato.com/abstract-wood-background-full-frame-rustic-plank-P8FY39R" rel="external" target="_blank">wood texture image</a> you downloaded earlier, and <strong>Open</strong>, allowing it to fill the whole frame. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="wood texture" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/1,2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Lock the <strong><em>Background</em></strong> layer and unlock the <strong><em>Type</em></strong> layer. </p><p>Expand the <strong>Swatches</strong> panel <strong>(Window &gt; Color &gt; Swatches),</strong> and choose <strong>New Color Swatch </strong>from the panel’s drop-down menu. </p><p>Set the CMYK levels to <strong>C=71 M=79 Y=66 K=92</strong>, and click <strong>Add</strong> and then <strong>OK</strong>. </p><p>Repeat to create three more CMYK swatches:</p><ul>
<li>C=26 M=75 Y=89 K=21</li>
<li>C=8 M=46 Y=42 K=1</li>
<li>C=43 M=65 Y=48 K=48</li>
</ul><figure class="post_image"><img alt="swatch options" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/1,3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/1,3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Choose <strong>New Gradient Swatch</strong> from the <strong>Swatches</strong> panel’s menu. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="new gradient swatch" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/1,4.jpg"></figure><p>Name the swatch <strong>Burn Gradient</strong> and set the <strong>Type</strong> to <strong>Radial</strong>. </p><p>Click on the left-hand stop on the <strong>Gradient Ramp</strong>, and choose your new dark swatch, <strong>C=71 M=79 Y=66 K=92</strong>, for this. </p><p>Set the right-hand stop to your pale swatch, <strong>C=8 M=46 Y=42 K=1</strong>. Then click on the ramp to add a central, third stop, setting this to <strong>C=26 M=75 Y=89 K=21</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="new gradient swatch" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/1,4,1.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/1,4,1.jpg"></figure><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">2.</span> How to Create Your Burn Effect</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>Still working on the <strong><em>Type</em></strong> layer, use the <strong>Type Tool (T)</strong> to create a text frame centrally on the page. Type in some text and set the <strong>Font</strong> to <strong>Douglas-Calgury Block.</strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="font douglas calgury" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,1.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,1.jpg"></figure><p>Here, I’ve also added text frames above and below this central text frame.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="text frames" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,1,1.jpg"></figure><p>I also add a framing circle around the typography using the <strong>Ellipse Tool (L)</strong>, and increase the <strong>Weight</strong> of the circle’s stroke to <strong>23 pt</strong> from the <strong>Stroke</strong> panel<strong> (Window &gt; Stroke). </strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="stroke weight" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,1,2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>When you’ve finished formatting your typography, <strong>Right-Click &gt; Group</strong> all of the elements together. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="group elements" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,2.jpg"></figure><p><strong>Edit &gt; Copy</strong> and <strong>Edit &gt; Paste </strong>the group, moving the copy over onto the pasteboard. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="pasted group" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,2,1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>To format your effect you may find it easier to <strong>Right-Click &gt; Ungroup</strong> the original type elements sitting on the page. </p><p>Select each text frame individually and apply the<strong> Burn Gradient </strong>swatch as the<strong> Font Color </strong>of each. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="font color burn gradient" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,3.jpg"></figure><p>Also apply the <strong>Burn Gradient </strong>to any other elements, like the circle shape here.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="burn gradient applied" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,3,1.jpg"></figure><p>You can use the <strong>Gradient</strong> panel <strong>(Window &gt; Color &gt; Gradient) </strong>to adjust the gradient on each text frame individually. Try shifting the <strong>Angle</strong>, reversing the gradient or moving the gradient stops on the ramp at the bottom, to create a deep, dark gradient effect on each text frame. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="radial gradient" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,3,2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Select all the text frames and shapes and go to <strong>Object &gt; Effects &gt; Transparency. </strong>Set the <strong>Mode</strong> to <strong>Multiply</strong> and bring the <strong>Opacity</strong> down to <strong>90%. </strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="multiply mode" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,4.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Click on<strong> Inner Shadow </strong>in the <strong>Effects</strong> window’s left-hand menu. </p><p>Click on the colored square next to the <strong>Mode</strong> menu, and from here change the <strong>Effect Color </strong>to <strong>C=71 M=79 Y=66 K=92</strong>, and click <strong>OK</strong>.</p><p>Back in the<strong> Inner Shadow</strong> menu, set the <strong>Distance</strong> to <strong>1 mm, Size</strong> to<strong> 3 mm, Choke</strong> to <strong>25%</strong>, and <strong>Noise</strong> to around <strong>15%. </strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="inner shadow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,5.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Click on <strong>Outer Glow</strong> in the <strong>Effects</strong> window’s menu. Adjust the <strong>Mode</strong> to <strong>Normal</strong> and <strong>Opacity</strong> to about <strong>90%. </strong></p><p>Change the <strong>Effect Color</strong> to <strong>C=26 M=75 Y=89 K=21.</strong></p><p>With the <strong>Technique</strong> set to <strong>Softer</strong>, increase the <strong>Size</strong> to<strong> 5 mm, Noise </strong>to <strong>25%</strong>, and <strong>Spread</strong> to around <strong>45%</strong>. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="outer glow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,6.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Finally, click on<strong> Inner Glow</strong> in the left-hand menu. Switch the <strong>Mode</strong> to <strong>Normal, Opacity</strong> to about <strong>85%</strong>, and switch the <strong>Effect Color</strong> to<strong> C=8 M=46 Y=42 K=1.</strong></p><p>Set the <strong>Technique</strong> to <strong>Softer, Source</strong> to <strong>Edge, Size</strong> to <strong>2 mm</strong>, and <strong>Noise</strong> to around <strong>25%. </strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="inner glow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,7.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,7.jpg"></figure><p>Then click <strong>OK</strong> to exit the <strong>Effects</strong> window.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="effects window exit" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,7,1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Select the grouped elements which you moved over to the pasteboard earlier. Move this over on top of the elements sitting on the wooden background, placed slightly to the right, as shown below. </p><p>In the <strong>Layers</strong> panel, expand the <strong><em>Type</em></strong> layer by clicking on the arrow to the left of the <strong><em>Type</em></strong> name. Drag the <strong>&lt;group&gt;</strong> element down onto the <strong>Create New Layer</strong> button at the bottom of the panel, to duplicate it.</p><p>Then unlock the <strong><em>Smudge</em></strong> layer, and drag one of the two <strong>&lt;group&gt; </strong>elements down, dropping it onto the <strong><em>Smudge</em></strong> layer. Then you can lock the <strong><em>Type</em></strong> layer.</p><p>Working on the <strong>&lt;group&gt; </strong>now sat on the <strong><em>Smudge</em></strong> layer, apply the <strong>Burn Gradient</strong> swatch to each element of this copy of the typography. Use the <strong>Gradient</strong> panel <strong>(Window &gt; Color &gt; Gradient),</strong> as before, to adjust the angle and position of the gradient on each section of the type. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="gradient swatch" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,8.jpg"></figure><p>With the <strong>&lt;group&gt;</strong> selected, go to <strong>Object &gt; Effects &gt; Transparency</strong>. Set the <strong>Mode</strong> to <strong>Soft Light</strong> and click <strong>OK</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="soft light" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,8,1.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="effect so far" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,8,2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>Expand the <strong><em>Smudge</em></strong> layer and drag the <strong>&lt;group&gt; </strong>element down onto the <strong>Create New Layer</strong> button, to duplicate the <strong>&lt;group&gt;.</strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="copied group" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,9.jpg"></figure><p>Unlock the top layer, <strong><em>Highlight</em></strong>, and drag one of the <strong>&lt;group&gt; </strong>elements up onto this layer. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="group in layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,9,1.jpg"></figure><p>Lock the <strong><em>Smudge</em></strong> layer, working on <strong><em>Highlight</em></strong>.</p><p>Select the group of type elements on this page and shift its position slightly to the left. Then go to <strong>Object &gt; Effects &gt; Transparency</strong>. Set the <strong>Mode</strong> to <strong>Screen</strong> and click <strong>OK</strong>. </p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="screen mode" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/2,9,2.jpg"></figure>
<h2>Your Finished Text Effect</h2><p>Your burnt wood text effect is finished—awesome job!</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="final wood effect" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/Burn-Effect.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/114/posts/31045/image/Burn-Effect.jpg"></figure><p>You can now incorporate your text effect into other InDesign work, or go to <strong>File &gt; Export</strong> to create a JPG, PNG, or PDF version of your effect. <br></p><p>A great way to give a twist on a text effect is to use a different typeface style. You can find a huge range of <a href="https://elements.envato.com/fonts" rel="external" target="_blank" title="Link: https://elements.envato.com/fonts">awesome fonts</a> to use in your text effects over on <a href="https://elements.envato.com/fonts" rel="external" target="_blank">Envato Elements</a>.<br></p>
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</ul><p></p><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31045/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31045/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31045/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31045/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-23T12:00:00.000Z2018-05-23T12:00:00.000ZGrace Fusselltag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-30945How to Create a Sliced Mountain Effect Using Adobe Photoshop<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/final_image/Sliced-Effect---final.jpg" alt="Final product image" /><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>In this tutorial, you will learn how to create a sliced effect in Photoshop by mimicking a 3D shape on a 2D image to give an object the illusion of being cut in pieces.<br></p><h2><b>What You'll Need</b></h2>
<p>In order to complete this project, you will also need the following image:<br></p>
<ul><li><a href="https://elements.envato.com/faraglioni-rocks-at-capri-island-coast-PFEWFA5">Faraglioni rocks at Capri Island coast</a></li></ul><h2><span class="sectionnum">1.</span>&nbsp;How to Prepare the Image</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>Open the&nbsp;<a href="https://elements.envato.com/faraglioni-rocks-at-capri-island-coast-PFEWFA5">Faraglioni rocks image</a>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<b>Photoshop.&nbsp;</b>We want to remove the background before using the rocks in the poster. To do this, in the&nbsp;<b>Layers&nbsp;</b>panel,&nbsp;<b>Duplicate</b>&nbsp;the&nbsp;<i>Background</i>&nbsp;layer by pressing&nbsp;<b>Command-J</b>,&nbsp;and&nbsp;<b>Hide</b>&nbsp;the visibility of the original&nbsp;<i>Background</i>&nbsp;layer.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Open the rocks image and duplicate the background layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---001.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>While selecting the new&nbsp;<i>Layer 1</i>&nbsp;on the&nbsp;<b>Layers</b>&nbsp;panel, click on the&nbsp;<b>Vector Mask</b>&nbsp;button to add a<b>&nbsp;Layer Mask&nbsp;</b>to the&nbsp;<b>Background copy.</b></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Hide the background layer and add a layer mask to the new duplicated layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---002.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>We will use the rock on the right side as it is solid compared to the one on the left. Let’s crop the image using the <b>Crop</b> <b>Tool (C)</b>. I am maintaining the height and only closing in horizontally, as shown in the image below. Hit <b>Enter</b> to apply the crop.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Crop the image" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---003.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Select the <b>Magic Wand</b> <b>Tool (W)</b> and head over to the <b>Options </b>bar to make sure the&nbsp;<b>Contiguous</b> option&nbsp;is unchecked. For this specific tutorial we need to delete the sky, so click on a white part of the sky, which will select parts of the sky. In order to add to the selection, hold down <b>Shift</b> and click on the blue parts of the sky.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Using the Magic Wand Tool select the sky" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---004.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Once all of the sky is selected, head over to the <b>Layers </b>panel. Select the <b>Layer Mask</b> we created for the new layer and hit <b>Backspace</b> on the keyboard to delete the parts we selected. You should have something like the image below. To deselect the parts we selected with the <b>Magic Wand</b> <b>Tool (W)</b>,&nbsp;press<b> Command-D.</b></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Delete the selected sections on the Layer Mask" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---005.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Now we need to remove the water. Using the&nbsp;<b>Brush Tool (B)</b>&nbsp;and black as the&nbsp;<b>Foreground Colour&nbsp;</b>on the <b>Tools&nbsp;</b>panel, you can hide parts of the image. If you use white as the foreground colour, you will instead reveal parts of the image.&nbsp;Make sure you have the <strong>Layer Mask</strong> selected on the <strong>Layers</strong> panel.</p>
<p><b>Right click</b>&nbsp;to set the brush to a&nbsp;<b>Size</b>&nbsp;of<b>&nbsp;150 px&nbsp;</b>and&nbsp;<b>Hardness</b>&nbsp;of&nbsp;<b>100%</b>&nbsp;and start brushing parts away from the image. I like to do the big parts first, before zooming in and concentrating on the details later.&nbsp;</p>
<p>A great tool that helps here is using the backslash key&nbsp;<b>(\)</b>&nbsp;to get a red tint behind the image and see what parts need to be perfected.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Remove the water under the rock using the Brush Tool" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---006.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>To soften the edges of the image, we can use the&nbsp;<b>Refine Mask</b> option. Using the <b>Zoom Tool (Z)</b>, zoom in on the image. Head over to the <b>Layers</b> panel and <strong>right click</strong> on the <b>Layer Mask</b> <b>&gt; Refine Mask</b>, and&nbsp;a new window will pop up. Under the&nbsp;<b>Adjust Edge </b>option, set the<b> Feather</b> to <b>2 px </b>and <b>Shift Edge</b> to <strong>-30%</strong>. Click <b>OK.</b></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Refine the edges on the Layer Mask through the Refine Mask option" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---007.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">2.</span>&nbsp;How to Create a New Document and Guides</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>In&nbsp;Photoshop, go to&nbsp;<b>File &gt; New</b>. Name the document&nbsp;<i>Sliced-v1</i>, and set the&nbsp;<b>Width</b>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<b>1275 px</b>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<b>Height</b>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<b>1650 px</b>, with&nbsp;<b>Background Contents</b>&nbsp;white. I am keeping the poster digital, so I will work with <strong>72 dpi</strong>. Click&nbsp;<b>OK</b>&nbsp;to create the document.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Create a new document" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---008.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Let’s create guides in our document to make sure things are aligned. My ruler measures in inches; you can change this in&nbsp;<b>Photoshop &gt; Preferences &gt; Units and Rulers</b>. Head over to&nbsp;<b>View &gt; New Guide</b>, where a new window will pop up. We want to make all of our&nbsp;<b>Guides</b>&nbsp;1 inch from each edge. Select&nbsp;<b>Horizontal</b>&nbsp;and under&nbsp;<b>Position</b>&nbsp;type&nbsp;<b>1 in</b>. Click&nbsp;<b>OK</b>.&nbsp;</p>
<p>We will do the same for the <strong>Vertical</strong> option. To add a guide to the bottom and the right side of the page, subtract 1 inch from the overall dimensions of the page. To hide and show the guides, hit&nbsp;<b>Command-;</b>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Add a 1 inch margin around the document" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---009.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">3.</span>&nbsp;How to Duplicate Layers and Add a Gradient Background</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>Let’s duplicate the&nbsp;<i>Layer 1</i>&nbsp;from the rocks file into our new&nbsp;<i>Sliced-v1</i>&nbsp;file. To do so,&nbsp;<b>Right Click &gt; Duplicate Layers</b>. Under&nbsp;<b>As:</b>,&nbsp;rename the layer to&nbsp;<i>Rock,&nbsp;</i>and under&nbsp;<b>Destination</b>&nbsp;select&nbsp;<b>Document &gt; Sliced-v1.</b> Click&nbsp;<b>OK</b>&nbsp;to continue.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Duplicate the rocks to the newly created file" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---010.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>In the <i>Sliced-v1</i> file, resize the <i>Rock</i> layer by hitting <b>Command-T</b> to activate the <b>Transform Tool</b>. Resize the image to fit within the margin. Alternatively, you can head to the <b>Options </b>bar and set the <b>Width</b> and <b>Height</b> to <b>58%</b>, making sure to activate the <b>Maintain Aspect Ratio</b> button. Hit <b>Enter</b> to proceed.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Resize the rock image to fit within the margin" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---011.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Head over to the bottom of the <b>Layers</b> panel, and click on <b>Create a New Fill or Adjustment Layer &gt; Gradient. </b>A new <b>Gradient Fill</b> window will pop up; click on the <b>Gradient</b> color space.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Add a gradient layer and move under the rock layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---012.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Go to <b>Gradient Editor &gt; Gradient Type</b>, double-click on the left color swatch, and use the following color code: <code class="inline">#c5c5c5</code>. Click <b>OK. </b>Double-click on the right color swatch and set the following color code: <code class="inline">#f1f1f1</code>. Click <b>OK</b>&nbsp;in all three windows to go back to the page. Let’s move the <b>Gradient Fill </b>layer under the <b>Rock </b>layer.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Choose gradient colors from medium grey to light grey" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---013.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">4.</span>&nbsp;How to Convert a Single Layer to Black and White</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>Before we start to create the effect, let’s turn the Rock layer into black and white. Select the Rock layer on the <b>Layers</b> panel and head over to <b>Image &gt; Adjustments &gt; Black and White. </b>An option window will pop up; click on<b> Auto </b>and then <b>OK.&nbsp;</b></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Convert the rocks into a Black and White layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---014.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>The photo looks dull, so let’s add some contrast. Go to <b>Image &gt; Adjustments &gt; Brightness/Contrast </b>and set the <b>Brightness</b> to <b>35 </b>and <b>Contrast</b> to <b>65</b>. Click <b>OK</b>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Edit the Brightness and Contrast of the rock layers " src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---015.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">5.</span>&nbsp;How to Create a Sliced Effect</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>We need to cut our image into five pieces. We will be using the <b>Pen Tool (P) </b>to draw through the rock to create a mask. Try to follow the surface of the rock to make the effect credible.</p>
<p>Select the <b>Pen Tool (P). </b>Head over to the <b>Options </b>bar and make sure that<b> Fill </b>has no color selected.<b> </b>We can choose white as the <b>Stroke</b> at <b>1 pt</b>. This is so we can see where we are slicing. Now we are all set!&nbsp;</p>
<p>Start by making the first point on the left side of the rock, and try to follow the form of the rock. You will notice I did about eight points, the last point being on the edge of the right side of the rock. Close the shape by going around the rock either around the top or bottom—I chose the top. Close the shape by clicking on the first point again. This new shape will be a new layer.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Using the Pen Tool draw around the top of the rock" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---016.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Let’s go ahead and do the same step three more times, but lower on the rock. You can do as many points as you like with the <b>Pen Tool (P). </b>We should have four layers, each containing a shape like the image below.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Repeat the same step as above with the rest of the rock Divide into 5 sections" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---017.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>On the <b>Layers</b> panel, <strong>right click </strong>on the <i>Rock</i><b><i> </i></b><i>Layer Mask</i><b><i> </i></b>thumbnail and select <b>Apply Layer Mask </b>to delete all of the background we had on the rock layer.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="On the rocks layer apply the layer mask on the original image" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---018.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>We will use the shapes we created as masks to duplicate the different parts of the rock and convert them into separate layers. On the<b> Layers </b>panel,<b> </b>press <b>Command </b>and click on the <i>Shape 1</i> thumbnail, which will select only the shape. Click on the <i>Rock</i> layer and press <b>Command-X</b> to cut, followed by <b>Shift-Command-V</b> to paste in place. This will create a new layer with the first shape we created. Below, I've deactivated the layer so you can see which part I've cut from the original image.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Use the sections divided previously to cut and copy in place the rock " src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---019.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Repeat the same step with the other shapes. Select all the <i>Shape</i> layers and drag them towards the folder icon on the <b>Layers </b>panel to group them.<b> </b>Deactivate them so we don’t get confused. Below I have moved the layers to show you how they should be separated and how the <b>Layers</b> panel should be looking.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Repeat the same step above resulting in a total of 5 layers containing pieces of the rock" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---021.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Now that we have the rock as puzzle pieces, we will create the 3D effect.<b> </b>I am moving the <b><i>Rock</i></b> layer off the bottom margin to give space for the other rocks. We will work our way up. Select&nbsp;<b>Layer 4 </b>or the second layer from the bottom. Using the <b>Pen Tool (P)</b>, we will draw on the bottom of the rock to form a 3D look. Click on the very edge of the left side, giving shape to the rock all the way to the edge of the right side <i>(image on the left)</i>. To close the shape, this time go through the rock <i>(right image)</i>.&nbsp;</p><p>If you want to change the shape, simply select the <b>Direct Selection Tool (A)</b> and click on the shape to bring up the points and edit. There is no right or wrong, so you can edit as much or as little as you want!&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Draw the 3D part effect for each division using the Pen Tool" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---022.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Drag the shape under <b>Layer 4</b>. Head over to the <b>Options</b> bar and select <b>Fill &gt; Gradient </b>and <b>Stroke &gt; None</b>. We will worry about the color of the gradient later. Group these two layers to avoid confusion.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Fill the shape with a gradient" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---023.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Do the same step as above for the other rocks. I will organize the layers by grouping the shapes layers with their correspondent rock layers to avoid confusion and naming them numerically. You should have something like the image below.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Organize the layers by grouping them in folders" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---024.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>We want to create the illusion that the slices are falling on top of each other. In this specific image, our eyesight is at a low angle as we are looking up at the rock. The 3D parts we created need to be behind each other from bottom to top.&nbsp;</p><p>Let’s switch the order of the layers. Instead of going from 1 to 5, we will have 1 to 5 starting from the top. In other words, the gradient shapes we created need to be behind the rock. Below is an image of the order of the layers and how the file should be looking.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Organize the layers so the bottom of the rock is forward and the top is at the very back" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---025.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>Now that we have the layers in the right order, let’s give them a spontaneous look. Select different sections and use the <b>Transform Tool (Command-T)</b> to&nbsp;rotate them slightly. There is no right or wrong—you can move them as much as you like and resize as you wish!&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Using the Transform Tool rotate the shapes to add movement" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---026.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p>On the <b>Layers</b> panel, expand one of the folders. I will be expanding <i>Rock 5</i>, so<i>&nbsp;</i><strong>double-click</strong> on the <i>Shape 5</i> layer to bring up the <b>Gradient Fill</b> window. Here we need to change the <b>Angle</b> of the gradient; mine is at <b>-100</b>. The darker color we will choose later on needs to go on the side closest to the bottom rock, and the brighter side on the side that is farthest from the rock. On this specific layer, the closest point is on the left side, while the farthest is on the right. This will be different on all the layers. Feel free to use this as a reference.</p>
<p>Double-click on the <b>Gradient</b> color swatch. In the new <b>Gradient Type</b> window, double click on the left color swatch. I am using an orange color with the following code: <code class="inline">#ef8d00</code>. Click <b>OK.</b></p>
<p>Double click on the right color swatch and choose a darker color than the one above; I am using <code class="inline">#412701</code>. Click <b>OK</b> on all the windows.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Color each of the shapes we created for each rock piece using the Gradient Tool" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---027.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12</h3><p>Now let’s do the same for the other shapes! I am using the following codes for bright and dark shades respectively:</p>
<ul><li>Purple: <code class="inline">#5700e6</code> and <code class="inline">#1a0145</code></li><li>Pink: <code class="inline">#e600e6</code> and <code class="inline">#49014a</code></li><li>Green: <code class="inline">#0ebb98</code> and <code class="inline">#004134</code></li></ul>
<p>The image should be looking like the one below.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="The gradient should be a lighter shade on one side and a darker shade on the side closes to the bottom rock" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---028.jpg"></figure><h2><b>Congratulations! You’ve Done It!</b></h2>
<p>In this tutorial, you learned to:<b></b></p>
<ul><li>Create the illusion of a 3D object on a flat image.</li><li>Use the Pen Tool to create shapes that can be used as Masks on an image.</li><li>Use the Gradient Tool to create the illusion of light and shadow.</li></ul><figure class="post_image"><img alt="End Result" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2056/posts/30945/image/Sliced-Effect---final.jpg"></figure><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/30945/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/30945/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/30945/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/30945/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-23T10:00:00.000Z2018-05-23T10:00:00.000ZLaura Keungtag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31070How to Create a Sci-Fi Scan-Line Text Effect in Adobe Photoshop<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/final_image/SciFi Scanlines Inspired Text Effect - 850.jpg" alt="Final product image" /><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>This tutorial will show you how to use layer styles to create a super quick and easy sci-fi scan-line inspired text effect. Let's get started!</p>
<p>This text effect was inspired by the many <a href="https://graphicriver.net/search?category=add-ons%2Fphotoshop%2Fstyles" target="_self" title="Link: https://graphicriver.net/search?category=add-ons%2Fphotoshop%2Fstyles">Layer Styles</a> available on <a href="https://graphicriver.net/search?category=add-ons%2Fphotoshop%2Fstyles" target="_self">GraphicRiver</a>.</p>
<h2>Tutorial Assets</h2><p>
The following assets were used during the production of this tutorial:
</p><ul>
<li><a href="https://www.dafont.com/kenney-future.font">Kenney Future</a>&nbsp;font</li>
<li><a href="https://www.freepik.com/free-photo/black-grunge-wall-texture_1034075.htm">Black grunge wall texture</a>&nbsp;by kues1</li>
<li><a href="http://supertuts007.deviantart.com/art/Free-Pack-6000-photoshop-gradients-324102403" title="Link: http://supertuts007.deviantart.com/art/Free-Pack-6000-photoshop-gradients-324102403">Free Pack 6000 photoshop gradients</a> by Supertuts007 (Load the <strong>CHROMES.grd</strong> file.)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.toptal.com/designers/subtlepatterns/paper-2/">Paper 2</a>&nbsp;pattern by Atle Mo</li>
</ul>
<h2><span class="sectionnum">1.</span> How to Create a Simple Gradient Pattern</h2>
<h3>Step 1</h3>
<p>Create a new <strong>500 x 104 px</strong> document, and <strong>double-click</strong> the <strong>Background</strong> layer to unlock it.</p>
<figure><img alt="Unlock the Background Layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_01_1.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_01_1.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 2</h3>
<p><strong>Double-click</strong> the <strong>Layer 1</strong> layer to apply a <strong>Gradient Overlay</strong> effect with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li>Check the <strong>Dither</strong> box.</li>
<li>Use the <strong>faucet 150</strong> gradient fill.</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Gradient Overlay" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_01_2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_01_2.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 3</h3>
<p>Pick the <strong>Single Column Marquee Tool</strong> and click once anywhere to select a single vertical line.</p>
<p>Then, go to <strong>Edit &gt; Define Pattern</strong>, and set the <strong>Name</strong> to <strong>Lines</strong>.</p>
<figure><img alt="Define Pattern" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_01_3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_01_3.jpg"></figure>
<h2><span class="sectionnum">2.</span> How to Create a Background Texture</h2>
<h3>Step 1</h3>
<p>Create a new <strong>850 x 588 px</strong> document with the <strong>Resolution</strong> value set to <strong>300</strong>, place the <strong>Black grunge wall texture</strong> image on top of the <strong>Background</strong> layer, and resize it as needed.</p>
<figure><img alt="Add the Background Texture" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_02_1.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 2</h3>
<p>Go to <strong>Image &gt; Adjustments &gt; Levels</strong>, and change the <strong>Gamma</strong> value to <strong>1.10</strong>.</p>
<figure><img alt="Levels" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_02_2.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 3</h3>
<p><strong>Double-click</strong> the texture layer to apply a <strong>Color Overlay</strong> effect with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Color: </strong><code>#3b7aab</code></li>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Overlay</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Color Overlay" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_02_3.jpg"></figure>
<p>This will add a blue color to the texture.</p>
<figure><img alt="Colored Texture" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_02_4.jpg"></figure>
<h2><span class="sectionnum">3.</span> How to Create and Style Text Layers</h2>
<h3>Step 1</h3>
<p>Create the text using the font <strong>Kenney Future</strong>, and set the <strong>Size</strong> to <strong>50 pt</strong>.</p>
<p>Duplicate the text layer and change the <strong>copy</strong>'s <strong>Fill</strong> value to <strong>0%</strong>.</p>
<figure><img alt="Create the Text Layers" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_1.jpg"></figure>
<p><strong>Double-click</strong> the <strong>original</strong> text layer to apply the following layer style:</p>
<h3>Step 2</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Bevel and Emboss</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Style: </strong>Stroke Emboss</li>
<li><strong> Technique: </strong>Chisel Hard</li>
<li><strong> Depth: </strong>550</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>6</li>
<li>Uncheck the <strong>Use Global Light</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Angle: </strong>-169</li>
<li><strong> Altitude: </strong>37</li>
<li><strong> Gloss Contour: </strong>Ring</li>
<li>Check the <strong>Anti-aliased</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Highlight Mode: </strong>Color Dodge<ul>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>75%</li>
</ul></li>
<li><strong> Shadow Mode: </strong>Linear Burn<ul>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>40%</li>
</ul></li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Bevel and Emboss" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_2.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 3</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Contour</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Contour: </strong>Cone - Inverted</li>
<li>Check the <strong>Anti-aliased</strong> box.</li>
<li><strong> Range: </strong>100%</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Contour" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_3.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 4</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Stroke</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>3</li>
<li><strong> Position: </strong>Outside</li>
<li><strong> Fill Type: </strong> Gradient </li>
<li><strong> Angle: </strong>90</li>
<li>Click the <strong>Gradient</strong> box to create the gradient</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Stroke" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_4.jpg"></figure>
<p>Create the <strong>Gradient</strong> by adding alternating <strong>Color Stops</strong> of the <strong>Colors</strong> <code class="inline">#1b5ad3</code> and <code class="inline">#6db7fd</code>.</p>
<figure><img alt="Gradient Fill" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_4B.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_4B.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 5</h3>
<p>Add an <strong>Inner Shadow</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Color Burn</li>
<li><strong> Color: </strong><code>#0886f1</code></li>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>60%</li>
<li>Uncheck the <strong>Use Global Light</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Angle: </strong>90</li>
<li><strong> Distance: </strong>0</li>
<li><strong> Choke: </strong>25</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>9</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Inner Shadow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_5.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 6</h3>
<p>Add an <strong>Inner Glow</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Vivid Light</li>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>70%</li>
<li><strong> Color: </strong><code>#7ffffd</code></li>
<li><strong> Choke: </strong>30</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>16</li>
<li>Check the <strong>Anti-aliased</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Range: </strong>100</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Inner Glow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_6.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_6.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 7</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Gradient Overlay</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li>Check the <strong>Dither</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Linear Burn</li>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>75%</li>
<li><strong> Scale: </strong>109%</li>
<li>Create the <strong>Gradient</strong> using the <strong>Colors</strong> <code class="inline">#145190</code> to the left and <code class="inline">#9517ff</code> to the right.</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Gradient Overlay" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_7.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_7.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 8</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Pattern Overlay</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Pattern: </strong>Lines</li>
<li><strong> Scale: </strong>7%</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Pattern Overlay" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_8.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 9</h3>
<p>Add an <strong>Outer Glow</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Overlay</li>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>75%</li>
<li><strong> Color: </strong><code>#dd69ff</code></li>
<li><strong> Spread: </strong>10</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>30</li>
<li>Check the <strong>Anti-aliased</strong> box</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Outer Glow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_9.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 10</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Drop Shadow</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>100%</li>
<li>Uncheck the <strong>Use Global Light</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Angle: </strong>90</li>
<li><strong> Distance: </strong>10</li>
<li><strong> Spread: </strong>30</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>15</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Drop Shadow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_10.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 11</h3>
<p>Add another instance of the <strong>Drop Shadow</strong> effect with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>70%</li>
<li>Uncheck the <strong>Use Global Light</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Angle: </strong>90</li>
<li><strong> Distance: </strong>20</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>35</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Drop Shadow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_11.jpg"></figure>
<p>This will create the main effect.</p>
<figure><img alt="Main Effect" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_03_12.jpg"></figure>
<h2><span class="sectionnum">4.</span> How to Add More Layer Effects</h2>
<p><strong>Double-click</strong> the <strong>copy</strong> text layer to apply the following layer style:</p>
<h3>Step 1</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Bevel and Emboss</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>49</li>
<li>Uncheck the <strong>Use Global Light</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Angle: </strong>58</li>
<li><strong> Altitude: </strong>21</li>
<li><strong> Gloss Contour: </strong>Cone - Inverted</li>
<li>Check the <strong>Anti-aliased</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Highlight Mode: </strong>Vivid Light<ul>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>77%</li>
</ul></li>
<li><strong> Shadow Mode: </strong><ul>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>0%</li>
</ul></li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Bevel and Emboss" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_1.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 2</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Contour</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Contour: </strong>Rolling Slope - Descending</li>
<li>Check the <strong>Anti-aliased</strong> box.</li>
<li><strong> Range: </strong>100%</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Contour" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_2.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 3</h3>
<p>Add an <strong>Inner Shadow</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Soft Light</li>
<li><strong> Color: </strong><code>#ab2eec</code></li>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>100%</li>
<li>Uncheck the <strong>Use Global Light</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Angle: </strong>90</li>
<li><strong> Distance: </strong>0</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>21</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Inner Shadow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_3.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 4</h3>
<p>Add an <strong>Inner Glow</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Vivid Light</li>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>25%</li>
<li><strong> Gradient: </strong>Use the Colors <code>#3b5e7e</code> to the left, <code>#588b8a</code> in the middle, and <code>#c5c396</code> to the right</li>
<li><strong> Source: </strong>Center</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>51</li>
<li>Check the <strong>Anti-aliased</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Range: </strong>100%</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Inner Glow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_4.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 5</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Gradient Overlay</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li>Check the <strong>Dither</strong> box</li>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Linear Light</li>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>50%</li>
<li><strong> Scale: </strong>109%</li>
<li>Create the <strong>Gradient</strong> using the <strong>Colors</strong> <code class="inline">#98addc</code> to the left and <code class="inline">#9e727f</code> to the right.</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Gradient Overlay" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_5.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 6</h3>
<p>Add a <strong>Pattern Overlay</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Multiply</li>
<li><strong> Pattern: </strong>Paper 2</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Pattern Overlay" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_6.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 7</h3>
<p>Add an <strong>Outer Glow</strong> with these settings:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong> Blend Mode: </strong>Color Dodge</li>
<li><strong> Opacity: </strong>75%</li>
<li><strong> Color: </strong><code>#88621f</code></li>
<li><strong> Spread: </strong>10</li>
<li><strong> Size: </strong>20</li>
</ul>
<figure><img alt="Outer Glow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_7.jpg"></figure>
<p>This will finish off the text effect.</p>
<figure><img alt="Finished Text Effect" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_04_8.jpg"></figure>
<h2><span class="sectionnum">5.</span> How to Add Finishing Touches</h2>
<h3>Step 1</h3>
<p>If you want to add more than one line of text, just duplicate both styled text layers, and change their contents.</p>
<figure><img alt="Add More Text" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_05_1.jpg"></figure>
<h3>Step 2</h3>
<p>Click the <strong>Create new fill or adjustment layer</strong> icon at the bottom of the <strong>Layers</strong> panel and choose <strong>Color Lookup</strong>.</p>
<p>Choose the <strong>Fuji REALA 500D Kodak 2392 (by Adobe).cube</strong> table from the <strong>3DLUT File</strong> menu, and change the layer's <strong>Opacity</strong> to <strong>35%</strong>.</p>
<figure><img alt="Color Lookup" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_05_2.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_05_2.jpg"></figure>
<h2>Congratulations, You're Done!</h2>
<p>In this tutorial, we used textures, patterns, and layer styles to create a quick and easy tech-inspired scan-lines text effect.</p>
<p>Please feel free to leave your comments, suggestions, and outcomes below.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Final Result" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_05_3.jpg" title="Image: https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/166/posts/31070/image/Step_05_3.jpg"></figure><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31070/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31070/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31070/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31070/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-22T15:00:00.000Z2018-05-22T15:00:00.000ZRosetag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31102How to Create a Vector T-Shirt Mockup Template in Adobe Illustrator<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/final_image/design_shirt_set_06.jpg" alt="Final product image" /><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>In this tutorial, you will learn how to use the <strong>Mesh Tool</strong> in <strong>Adobe Illustrator</strong> to create a vector T-Shirt mockup template!<br></p><p>If you want to skip the tutorial and just use these shirts in your work, purchase the <a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/mens-tshirt-design-template/4413689" rel="external" target="_blank">T-Shirt Design Template</a> from <a href="https://graphicriver.net" target="_self">GraphicRiver</a>!</p><p>You can also a try a <a href="https://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-draw-a-vector-t-shirt-and-apply-a-pattern-to-it-in-adobe-illustrator--cms-28926" rel="external" target="_blank">similar tutorial of mine</a>, where you can learn how to apply patterns<strong> </strong>to these T-Shirt mockup templates!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/mens-tshirt-design-template/4413689" target="_self"><img alt="Mens T-Shirt Design Template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/design_shirt_set_06.jpg"></a><figcaption><a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/mens-tshirt-design-template/4413689" rel="external" target="_blank">T-Shirt Design Template </a></figcaption></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">1.</span> How to Draw a T-Shirt Mockup Template</h2><h3>Step 1<br></h3><p>Let's learn how to use the <strong>Mesh Tool</strong> while creating a photo-realistic T-shirt!</p><p>Begin by drawing the shape of half of a shirt with the <strong>Pen Tool (P)</strong>. Fill it in with <code class="inline">#F3F3F3</code>.</p><p>Create a copy of the shape! Put it aside—we will need it later.</p><p>Let's start using a Mesh! Take the <strong>Mesh Tool (U)</strong>
and start creating a Mesh grid on the object by placing nodes.
Afterwards, select the nodes on the left edge of the shirt and
change their color to <code class="inline">#B7B7B7</code>.<br></p><p>Add some more nodes, as indicated in the screenshot below, and color the selected nodes with <code class="inline">#F4F4F4</code>, adding wrinkles to the shirt.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="mesh shirt" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-48-54.818.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Continue coloring the nodes as indicated below. Use these colors:</p><ol><li><code class="inline">#DFDFDF</code></li><li><code class="inline">#E3E3E3</code></li><li><code class="inline">#F7F7F7</code></li><li><code class="inline">#B9B9B9</code><br></li></ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="gradient mesh template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_16-20-36.494.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3<br></h3><p>Take the second copy of the shirt, reflect it, and continue coloring.</p><ol><li><code class="inline">#F3F3F3</code></li><li><code class="inline">#B7B7B7</code></li><li><code class="inline">#D9D9D9</code></li><li><code class="inline">#EEEEEE</code><br></li></ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="vector t-shirt template mockup" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-51-26.604.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Finish the second half.<br></p><ol><li><code class="inline">#CFCFCF</code></li><li><code class="inline">#C4C4C4</code></li><li><code class="inline">#B9B9B9</code></li><li><code class="inline">#E3E3E3</code><br></li></ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to use gradient mesh" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-53-12.599.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Draw a sleeve.<br></p><ol><li><code class="inline">#EAEAEA</code></li><li><code class="inline">#BDBDBD</code></li><li><code class="inline">#B6B6B6</code></li><li><code class="inline">#CFCFCF</code></li><li><code class="inline">#DADADA</code></li><li><code class="inline">#BDBDBD</code><br></li></ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to draw with gradient mesh" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-54-27.183.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 6<br></h3><ol><li><code class="inline">#E9E9E9</code></li><li><code class="inline">#C0C0C0</code></li><li><code class="inline">#F4F4F4</code></li></ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="vector t-shirt" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-55-14.871.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 7<br></h3><p>Bend the Mesh into a collar with <strong>Effect &gt; Warp &gt; Arc</strong>, using <strong>-85% Bend</strong>.</p><p><strong>Object &gt; Expand Appearance</strong> of the result.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="t-shirt mockup template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-55-41.134.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 8<br></h3><p>Draw the second part of the collar.</p><ol><li><code class="inline">#6A6A6A</code></li><li><code class="inline">#979797</code></li></ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="gradient mesh" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-56-8.22.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 9<br></h3><p>Combine the collar parts.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="photo-realistic vector mesh" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-56-24.311.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>Assemble the T-shirt mockup!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="photo-realistic t-shirt mockup template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-56-41.401.JPG"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">2.</span> How to Recolor the T-Shirt Mockup Template</h2><h3>Step 1<br></h3><p>To get all the colors you can see in the thumbnail, create three more copies of the white shirt we just made.</p><p>Grab a copy and proceed to <strong>Edit &gt; Edit Colors &gt; Adjust Colors</strong>. Change the tab to <strong>Greyscale </strong>and apply <strong>32% Black</strong>. Don't forget to tick the <strong>Convert </strong>box.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="recoloring shirts" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-57-35.470.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Create two more copies of the grey shirt mockup we just made. Grab the original and recolor it with <strong>Edit &gt; Edit Colors &gt; Adjust Colors</strong>. <br></p><p>This time, change the tab to <strong>RGB</strong> and apply<strong> 18% Red, -30% Green</strong>,&nbsp;and <strong>-26% Blue</strong>. Don't forget to tick the <strong>Convert </strong>box.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to recolor a t-shirt template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-58-34.370.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 3<br></h3><p>Take another copy and essentially repeat the last step by going to&nbsp;<strong>Edit &gt; Edit Colors &gt; Adjust Colors</strong>, changing the tab to <strong>RGB</strong> and applying<strong> 6% Red, 13% Green</strong>,&nbsp;and <strong>-60% Blue.</strong></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="green t-shirt mockup" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_16-0-32.889.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Take the final copy and convert it to orange with <strong>27% Red</strong>, <strong>-5% Green</strong>, and <strong>-41% Blue</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="orange vector t-shirt template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_15-59-31.883.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 5<br></h3><p>Grab one of the original white T-Shirts and convert it to <strong>Grayscale </strong>with <strong>40% Black</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to recolor mesh t-shirt" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_16-1-14.817.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Recolor the grey template to cyan with <strong>-9% Red</strong>, <strong>20% Green</strong>, and <strong>16% Blue</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="colorful vector t-shirt mockups" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_16-1-53.967.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 7<br></h3><p>Take the last white copy and turn it black with <strong>63% Black</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="black t-shirt mesh template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_16-2-30.539.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Create a copy of the black T-Shirt mockup and recolor it to dark red with <strong>9% Red</strong>,<strong> -9% Green</strong>, and <strong>-7% Blue</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="set of colorful shirts" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_16-3-16.267.JPG"></figure><h3>Step 9<br></h3><p>Congratulations! Your colorful set of T-Shirt mockup templates is done!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="white vector mesh t-shirt mockup template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%85%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%BD%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%BE%D0%B1%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5%202018-5-6_16-3-34.254.JPG"></figure><h2>Awesome Work!</h2><p>What now? You can try any of my other tutorials from <a href="https://tutsplus.com/authors/vladimir-galantsev" rel="external" target="_blank">my profile</a>, or check out <a href="https://graphicriver.net/user/almoond/portfolio" rel="external" target="_blank">my portfolio</a> on <a href="https://graphicriver.net" rel="external" target="_blank">GraphicRiver</a>, as well as the original <a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/mens-tshirt-design-template/4413689" rel="external" target="_blank">shirts collection</a> we recreated in this tutorial.</p><p>You can also try a <a href="https://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-draw-a-vector-t-shirt-and-apply-a-pattern-to-it-in-adobe-illustrator--cms-28926" rel="external" target="_blank">similar tutorial of mine, where I show a way to apply </a><a href="https://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-draw-a-vector-t-shirt-and-apply-a-pattern-to-it-in-adobe-illustrator--cms-28926" rel="external" target="_blank">patterns</a><strong><a href="https://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-draw-a-vector-t-shirt-and-apply-a-pattern-to-it-in-adobe-illustrator--cms-28926" rel="external" target="_blank"> </a></strong><a href="https://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-draw-a-vector-t-shirt-and-apply-a-pattern-to-it-in-adobe-illustrator--cms-28926" rel="external" target="_blank">to these T-Shirt mockups!</a><br></p><p>I hope you enjoyed the tutorial, and I'll be extremely happy to see your results in the comments below!</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Mens T-Shirt Design Template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/1500/posts/31102/image/design_shirt_set_06.jpg"><figcaption><a href="https://graphicriver.net/item/mens-tshirt-design-template/4413689" rel="external" target="_blank">Men's T-Shirt Design Template</a></figcaption></figure><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31102/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31102/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31102/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31102/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-22T13:00:00.000Z2018-05-22T13:00:00.000ZVladimir Galantsevtag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31011How to Draw Ears<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/final_image/how-to-draw-ears-final.jpg" alt="Final product image"><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>If you want to learn how to draw an ear, you must first understand its construction. Although human ears look quite complicated, they can be drawn quite easily once you deconstruct them. In this tutorial I will show you such an anatomical deconstruction, and I will also explain how to use it to draw ears in three views: front, side, and in perspective.<br></p><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">1.</span> Ear Anatomy</h2><p>If you look at the general form of the ear, it looks quite complicated. Where would you even start? Let's simplify it!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear skull overlay" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-1.jpg"></figure><p>Let's start with a little dome attached to the side of the skull.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear simple dome" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-2.jpg"></figure><p>If you make an opening in the front of this dome, the sounds will be caught by it and sent directly to the hole in the skull. So this structure already works like an ear, but let's just add some improvements.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear simple dome opening" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-3.jpg"></figure><p>If you thicken the walls of this dome, its edges will look softer, like this: <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear dome curled edge" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-4.jpg"></figure><p>Create a radar shape around the dome.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear simple radar shape" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-5.jpg"></figure><p>Curl the edge of the "radar" inwards<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear outer side curling" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-6.jpg"></figure><p>Add one last part on the bottom.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear simplified complete" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-7.jpg"></figure><p>Compare our deconstructed ear to the real ear form. It should look clearer now!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to udnderstand ear structure" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-8.jpg"></figure><p>If it's still confusing, take a look at an ear during rotation. Try to locate the dome and the radar. You can also take a look in the mirror and try to see all these forms in your own ears.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear form rotated views" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-8-1.jpg"></figure><p>To make it even easier, let's simplify the big form into separate ones:<br></p><ol>
<li>
<strong>Helix</strong> (the curling of the "radar")<br>
</li>
<li>
<strong>Antihelix</strong> (the thick edge of the dome)</li>
<li>
<strong>Tragus</strong> (a "roof" for the ear hole)</li>
<li><strong>Antitragus</strong></li>
<li>
<strong>Auricular tubercle</strong> (an optional thickening)</li>
<li>
<strong>Concha</strong> (the dome)</li>
<li>
<strong>Lobe</strong><br>
</li>
</ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear structure anatomy parts" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-11.jpg"></figure><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">2.</span> Ear Position</h2><p>But knowing the shape of the ear is just half of the task. Where exactly on the head is it? It's quite easy to remember: it's located exactly behind the jaws, in the space defined by the eyebrows and the bottom of the nose. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear position on skull" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-8-2.jpg"></figure><p>You also need to remember that the ear is slightly rotated in two ways:</p><ol>
<li>In the side view, it's tilted in relation to the plane of the face.</li>
<li>In the top/front view, it's rotated slightly towards the front of the face.<br>
</li>
</ol><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear proportions" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-9.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear proportions face overlay" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-10.jpg"><figcaption>Photo by <a href="https://robynrose.deviantart.com/art/Head-Turnaround-Front-to-Side-301017188" target="_self">Laura Auffray</a><br></figcaption></figure><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">3.</span> Ear Shapes</h2><p>To draw an ear, you only need to know the parts building it and some very general proportions. For example, the "upper oval" is always much bigger than the lobe, but the actual size relation is not strictly defined. You can experiment a lot with these proportions to create a unique ear for your character!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="various ear shapes" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-1-12.jpg"><figcaption>Notice that sometimes the lobe is "free", and sometimes it's attached to the face with its whole side.<br></figcaption></figure><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">4.</span> How to Draw an Ear in the Side View</h2><h3>Step 1<br>
</h3><p>Prepare the head in the side view. You don't need to draw any details—just make sure you've marked the crucial proportions in some way.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="side view simple skull" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Draw an oval in the upper part. Leave some space for the lobe.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view big oval" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Add the lobe. It can overlap with the oval, but it doesn't have to—this will affect the final shape of the ear, but not its realism.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view small oval" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Sketch the helix. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view helix curve" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Define the thickness of the helix by drawing small ovals on its ends. You can also add the auricular tubercle if you want.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view helix width" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Outline the helix and the lobe.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view helix outline" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Add the antitragus. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view antitragus" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-7.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Sketch the "y" shape of the antihelix.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view antihelix" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-8.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>Define the width of the antihelix by attaching an oval to its end.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view antihelix width" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-9.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>Outline the antihelix. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view antihelix full" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-10.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p>Add the tragus.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view tragus" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-11.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12</h3><p>Outline the opening of the ear carefully.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view opening" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-12.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 13</h3><p>With all the guide lines defined, you can add the final lines...<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear side view final lines" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-13.jpg"></figure><p>... and shade the whole ear, if needed.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to draw ear side profile" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-2-14.jpg"></figure><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">5.</span> How to Draw an Ear in the Front View</h2><h3>Step 1<br>
</h3><p>First, sketch the head with the basic proportions marked.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view skull" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Draw a big oval taking most of the space for the ear. Remember that it's not actually flat—it's an oval rotated slightly towards us.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view big oval" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Add the smaller oval for the lobe.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view small oval" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Add the rhythm of the helix right on the edge.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view helix curve" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Add the width-defining ovals.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view helix width" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Outline the helix and the lobe.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view helix outline" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Add an oval on top of the lobe—the antitragus.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view antitragus" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-7.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Add the "y" shape of the antihelix. Notice how its lower part bulges out, outlining the shape of the dome.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view antihelix curve" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-8.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>Add an oval on the end of the antihelix to define its width.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view antihelix width" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-9.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>Outline the antihelix.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view antihelix outline" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-10.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p>Add an oval for the tragus.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view tragus" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-11.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12</h3><p>Outline the opening to the ear.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view opening" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-12.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 13</h3><p>The guide lines are finished, so now you can draw the final lines and shade the ear.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear front view final lines" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-13.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to draw ear front view" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-3-14.jpg"></figure><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">6.</span> How to Draw an Ear in Perspective</h2><p>You know what an ear looks like in the front, and what it looks like on the side. Drawing in perspective is simply creating a state between these two!<br></p><h3>Step 1<br>
</h3><p>Sketch the head to have a base for the ear.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective head skull" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Draw the big oval. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective big oval" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Draw the smaller oval for the lobe.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective small oval" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Add the curve of the helix.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective helix curve" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Add the small ovals defining the width of the helix.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective helix width" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Outline the helix and the lobe.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective helix outline" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Add the oval for the antitragus.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective antitragus" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-7.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Add the "y" shape of the antihelix.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective antihelix curve" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-8.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>Add the small oval on its end to define its width.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective antihelix width" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-9.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>Outline the antihelix.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective antihelix outline" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-10.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p>Add the oval of the tragus.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective tragus" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-11.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12</h3><p>Outline the opening of the ear.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective opening" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-12.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 13</h3><p>Finally, draw the final lines and shade the ear.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="ear in perspective final lines" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-13.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to draw ear in perspective" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-4-14.jpg"></figure><h2>Good Job!</h2><p>Now you know how to draw an ear, both from scratch and step by step! If you want, you can now paint it digitally!</p><ul class="roundup-block__contents posts--half-width roundup-block--list"><li class="roundup-block__content"><a class="roundup-block__content-link" href="http://design.tutsplus.com/articles/how-to-paint-a-realistic-ear-in-adobe-photoshop--cms-26370"><img class="roundup-block__preview-image" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/346/posts/26370/preview_image/ear_preview2.jpg"><div class="roundup-block__primary-category topic-design">Digital Painting</div>
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</ul><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to draw ears step by step anatomy" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31011/image/how-to-draw-ears-final.jpg"></figure><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31011/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31011/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31011/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31011/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-22T09:00:00.000Z2018-05-22T09:00:00.000ZMonika Zagrobelnatag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-30960How to Animate an Explosion in Toon Boom<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/final_image/output1.gif" alt="Final product image" /><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>In this tutorial, we will be learning effects animation and the simple concepts behind creating awesome effects.<br></p><p>Unlike character animation, effects animation doesn't adhere to anatomical rules. Smoke, for example, doesn't have joints and a skeleton that limit how far it can bend around. Smoke can appear, thicken, thin out, and dissipate. Effects don't have to have a single way of moving about, and that's one of the things that make them fun to do.</p><p>Looking for an animator to help you out with your next project? Why not check out <a href="https://studio.envato.com" target="_self">Envato Studio</a> and their many <a href="https://studio.envato.com/explore/video-animation" target="_self">Video &amp; Animation Services</a>.</p><h2>The Basics of Animating an Explosion<br></h2><h3>Appear and Disappear<br></h3><p>To make an effect appear, simply start very small, and make it grow as you go.</p><p>To make it disappear, on the other hand, simply shrink your effect until it is no more.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Appear and Disappear" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/final-0001.png"></figure><h3>Morph<br></h3><p>Squash, stretch, and curve your effect by gradually transforming it into your desired shape. Just think of the resulting look you want, and slowly alter your drawings as you make your way there.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Morph" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/final-0002.png"></figure><h3>Break Apart<br></h3><p>Split your shape apart by stretching one side of it. Then create something like a weak link by thinning down the area you want to break apart. When the weak link is thin enough, separate your drawing into different shapes.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Break apart" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/final-0003.png"></figure><h3>Spread Out<br></h3><p>Separate shapes have the capacity to travel individual paths. To make them spread outwards, simply give them each a direction and nudge them along their respective routes.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Spread out" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/final-0004.png"></figure><h3>Combine!<br></h3><p>Apply all the concepts we've learned so far.</p><ul><li>First, make your shape <strong>appear</strong> by starting small and making it grow.</li><li>Next, <strong>morph</strong> it into a stretched curve.</li><li><strong>Break apart</strong> your drawing into multiple shapes.</li><li><strong>Spread out</strong> the shapes in an outward path.</li><li>Lastly, make your shapes <strong>disappear</strong> by shrinking them until they're no more.</li></ul><p>Easy, right?<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Combine" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/final-0006.png"></figure><h2>How to Animate an Explosion<br></h2><p>Now that we've covered the basics, let's get into some more complicated effects using more detailed samples!<br></p><h2><span class="sectionnum">1.</span>&nbsp;How to Create the Impact</h2><p>Observe the frame break-downs on the image below.<br></p><p><strong>Frames 1-5:</strong> We want to make a shape appear from the sky and give it a downward direction. We also want to morph the shape, stretching it as we go.<br></p><p><strong>Frame 6:</strong> This is when the object makes an impact and causes an effect to emerge around it. The stronger the impact, the bigger you would want the effect to be on this frame.</p><p><strong>Frame 7:</strong> This is when the impact reaches its full mass. We want to add a few holes which will serve as the weak links that will break apart the drawing in the next frames.<br></p><p><strong>Frames 8-12:</strong> Next, we want our effect to break apart, spread out,&nbsp;and disappear. Imagine the holes growing bigger and the effect dissolving into smaller bits. We also want the smaller particles to be moving outward from the position of impact as the frames progress, until they disappear completely.</p><p><em>Note:</em> Since the effect would be broken down into so many pieces as the frames progress, we can focus on one area, one flow of movement at a time. Focusing on all the particles at once can be confusing.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Impact - frame breakdown" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/fx1.png"></figure><p>And here is the first effect in motion!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Impact animation" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/1.gif"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">2.</span>&nbsp;How to Create the First Smoke Wave</h2><p>Study the frames in the image below closely.</p><p><strong>Frames 1-4: </strong>Make our shape appear from the ground. Imagine a force blowing at it to morph<strong>&nbsp;</strong>and stretch it out in a curve.</p><p><strong>Frames 5-8: </strong>Break apart our curved shape. Imagine two main paths as the upper and lower sets of drawings spread out and disappear.<br></p><p><strong>Frames 9-11:</strong> Continue breaking apart the shapes and add a new path for some of them to travel. Keep nudging their position and shrinking them until they dissipate.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="First smoke wave - frame breakdown" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/fx2.png"></figure><p>And here is the second effect in motion!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="First smoke wave animation" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/2.gif"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">3.</span>&nbsp;How to Create the Second Smoke Wave</h2><p>Look carefully at the frames in the image below.</p><p><strong>Frames 1-4: </strong>Make the effect appear while imagining wind blowing from the right side.<strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Frame 5:</strong>&nbsp;Here, we start to imagine another wind force blowing from the left side this time. Morph or nudge the base of the effect as if it's responding to the new wind.<br></p><p><strong>Frame 6:</strong> While the force from the left side continues to push upwards, we want to imagine another new force blowing from the right side. See how the smoke is shaped into an 'S' curve as a result.</p><p><strong>Frame 7-10:</strong> Continue pushing this smoke in a swaying manner, imagining winds blowing alternately from either side.</p><p><strong>Frame 11: </strong>We start to detach the effect from the ground, as if we are uprooting it.</p><p><strong>Frame 12-16:</strong> Break the effect apart into smaller pieces and let the pieces travel in their respective directions. Continue to let them spread out until they disappear.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Second smoke wave - frame breakdown" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/fx3.png"></figure><p>And here is the third effect in motion!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Second smoke wave animation" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/3.gif"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">4.</span> Put It All Together!</h2><p>Now, simply arrange the finished effects on top of each other, with the timing that you want.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Output animation" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/output1.gif"></figure><h2>Awesome Work, You're Done!<br></h2><p>Essentially, we pretty much just applied the same concepts for each effect that we animated. Whether you want your animation to be simple or complicated, just remember these easy steps: <strong>appear, morph, break apart, spread out, </strong>and<strong> disappear.</strong></p><p>Have fun experimenting with effects animation!</p><p>Hope you had a blast!&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Animation breakdown" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2073/posts/30960/image/fx-breakdown-gif.gif"></figure><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/30960/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/30960/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/30960/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/30960/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-21T16:00:00.000Z2018-05-21T16:00:00.000ZSofia Abelleratag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31047How to Draw & Paint a Starry Unicorn Portrait in Adobe Photoshop<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/final_image/unistar_29_2.jpg" alt="Final product image" /><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>Unicorns? Outer space? Why not both! In this Adobe Photoshop tutorial, we'll mix fantasy elements in an otherworldly portrait.<br></p><p>Before we get started, you should have basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, such as using basic tools, working with layers, and creating new documents. We'll work entirely within Photoshop, from start to finish.</p><p>Looking for&nbsp;<a href="https://graphicriver.net/category/add-ons/photoshop" target="_self">Photoshop resources</a>? Why not pop over to&nbsp;<a href="https://graphicriver.net/" target="_self">GraphicRiver</a>&nbsp;for&nbsp;<a href="https://graphicriver.net/category/add-ons/photoshop/brushes" target="_self">Photoshop Brushes</a>&nbsp;and more!<br></p><h2><span class="sectionnum">1.</span> How to Start the Initial Sketch</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>Let's start by Creating a <strong>New Document</strong>. I chose to work with a document that is 11 inches tall by 14 inches wide, at a resolution of 300 dpi.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of New Document window" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Create the initial sketch on a <strong>New Layer</strong>—you can do so by clicking on the <strong>Create a New Layer </strong>icon<strong> </strong>in the <strong>Layers </strong>panel.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of Initial Sketch on New Layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_2b.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>I like to sketch using a <strong>Hard Round Brush</strong>, with the <strong>Opacity Jitter </strong>and <strong>Flow Jitter </strong>set to <strong>Pen Pressure</strong>. This means that the amount of pressure I put on my pen will affect the <strong>Opacity </strong>and <strong>Flow</strong> of my<strong> Brush Strokes</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Brush Panel demonstrating Opacity Jitter and Flow Jitter" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Once I'm happy with my initial concept, I will often draw on top of my work, on a <strong>New Layer</strong>, when creating a more refined sketch. This can be achieved by creating a <strong>New Layer</strong> on top of your artwork. Then, you can lower the <strong>Opacity</strong> on your previous artwork <strong>Layer</strong>, leaving it only partially visible.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Lowering the Opacity on the Initial Sketch while drawing on top" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_4.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">2.</span> How to Add Initial Colors</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>First, make sure to either hide or delete the initial sketch—this can be achieved by either <strong>Toggling Visibility Off </strong>or <strong>Deleting the Layer </strong>via the "trash can" icon. If you haven't saved<strong> </strong>yet, this is a great time to do so! I like to save a backup, as I frequently flatten my layers.</p><p>Then, <strong>Create a New Layer</strong> on top of the refined sketch. Set this layer's<strong> Blending Mode</strong> to <strong>Multiply</strong>. I like to place color on top of my lines, via this method. I like to work this way because it adds additional value to my lines, as shown below.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Utilizing Clipping Masks and Blending Modes when applying color" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Sometimes, I like to place individual colors on their own layer, utilizing <strong>Clipping Masks</strong>. I particularly like to do this when I'm not quite sure what colors I'd like to use yet, or when it's a composition where I know there will be a lot of variation.&nbsp;</p><p>To do so, I continue coloring on my original color layer, with the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> set to <strong>Multiply </strong>(same as Step 1). Fill the entire area of the artwork with a base color of your choice.&nbsp;</p><p>Then, <strong>Create New Layers</strong> and set them as <strong>Clipping Masks</strong>. To do so, <strong>right click</strong> on the <strong>Layer</strong> and select <strong>Clipping Mask</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>Why Clipping Masks? Well, you'll notice that you won't be able to color outside of the base color we've added here. It means no worrying about coloring outside of this defined shape.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of multiple clipping masks when applying color" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>To demonstrate one of the ways this could come in handy, let's change the color of the character's hair. Maybe I'm not too keen on yellow—maybe pink or blue would look better. I could select colors by hand and fill that area in, but instead, let's adjust the Hue and Saturation.</p><p>First, select the layer<strong> </strong>containing the color at the top of the hair. Then select <strong>Image &gt; Adjustments &gt; Hue/Saturation</strong>. This will open the <strong>Hue/Saturation </strong>window.&nbsp;</p><p>Make sure that <strong>Preview</strong> is <strong>Toggled On</strong>. Then, adjust the three values—<strong>Hue, Saturation, </strong>and<strong> Lightness</strong>—to experiment with the color of this part of the illustration. Personally, I find this to be a quick way to preview different colors and values, to see what I might like best!</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of Hue and Saturation adjustment" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_7a.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Once I'm happy with my selections, I typically <strong>Flatten</strong> my artwork <strong>Layers </strong>(still leaving the Background independent).&nbsp;</p><p>Let's add a background color using the<strong> Paint Bucket Tool</strong>. I chose a dark, cool color, because I'd like to set this character against a dark sky. Apply this color to the <strong>Background Layer</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Flattened artwork with background color changed" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_8.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>However, I think my color choices here could have a stronger relationship to my background color. So I'm going to use <strong>Blending Modes</strong> to make these colors look a little cooler.</p><p><strong>Create a New Layer</strong> on top of the artwork and apply a <strong>Clipping Mask</strong>. Using a dark, saturated, cool color, <strong>Fill the Layer</strong> using the <strong>Paint Bucket Tool</strong>. You'll notice that the color is only visible in the artwork—thanks to our <strong>Clipping Mask</strong>!</p><p>Set this <strong>Layer's Blending Mode</strong> to <strong>Linear Dodge (Add)</strong> to add a tint of color to our work. I lowered the <strong>Opacity </strong>on this layer to <strong>75%</strong>, to make it less intense.</p><p>Check out the difference for yourself!</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of artwork with and without Linear Dodge Add applied" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_9.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Before we start rendering the character, let's put down some initial values. At this step, I like to think about where my light source is and how it might affect the subject.</p><p>In this case, I wanted the light to be in front of the character's face.</p><p>Create a <strong>New Layer</strong> and set it as a <strong>Clipping Mask</strong>. The <strong>Blending Mode</strong> should be set to <strong>Multiply</strong>. Then, using both a <strong>Hard Round Brush</strong> and <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>, paint in values using a light purple color.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of initial values" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_10.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">3.</span> How to Create the Background</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>Let's start working on our background. First, <strong>Create a New Layer</strong> between the artwork and background layers. This is where we're going to draw our stars.</p><p>Using a <strong>Hard Round Brush</strong>, draw small dots. I like to draw them in little clusters, rather than in a set pattern, so they look more organic in the sky. I drew my dots in a light, cyan color.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Dots placed on a new layer above the background" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_11.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>At this point, our stars just look like little dots. Let's use the <strong>Filter</strong>,<strong> Gaussian Blur</strong>, to give them a bit of a glow-like haze. I set my <strong>Gaussian Blur</strong> to <strong>15 pixels </strong>(for reference, you can find this<strong> Filter </strong>via<strong> Filters &gt; Blur &gt; Gaussian Blur</strong>).</p><p>Then, to make the stars more colorful, I created a <strong>New Layer</strong> on top of them. Make this <strong>New Layer </strong>a <strong>Clipping Mask</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>Use a <strong>Soft Round Brush </strong>to add varied colors to the stars. I chose saturated pinks and yellows, sprinkling the color variation around in the sky.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding Blur and extra color to the stars" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_12.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Let's add additional colors to the sky, overall.</p><p>Create a <strong>New Layer</strong>, above the stars, and set the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> to <strong>Soft Light</strong>. Using a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>, add a strip of light pink to the sky. Be careful not to make the line look "too perfect".</p><p>To add color variation to this area, create an additional <strong>New Layer</strong>. Leave the<strong> Blending Mode</strong> on this one set to <strong>Normal</strong>. Using a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>, I dabbed in light blues and purples.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of added colors in the sky area" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_13.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Let's create yet another <strong>New Layer</strong>. We're going to add some texture to our starry background, so the color variation looks more like clouds.</p><p>Make sure your <strong>Foreground and Background Colors</strong> are set to black and white. Then, with your <strong>New Layer </strong>selected, apply the <strong>Cloud Filter</strong> by going to <strong>Filters &gt; Cloud</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>This will result in a smoky, cloud-like pattern, as seen below.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of the Cloud Filter" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_14.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Take the <strong>Layer </strong>where the <strong>Cloud Filter</strong> was applied and turn the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> to <strong>Color Dodge</strong>. You'll notice that, now, this smoky pattern adds a cloud-like effect to our sky.&nbsp;</p><p>In addition, I wanted to tone down some of the stars. On a <strong>New Layer</strong>, above the stars, I took a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong> and added some darker values. Now, some of the stars, particularly around the edges of the composition, look more faded into the background.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Applying a new Blending Mode to the Cloud Filter applied" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_15.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Since the light source is in front of the character, I thought it would be fun to add a shooting star here, as a point of interest.</p><p>Use a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong> to create a curved line in the sky area. Then, use a <strong>Soft Round Eraser</strong> to soften the edges and make it fade into the background, around the tail area.&nbsp;</p><p>Once I was happy with the shape of the shooting star, I <strong>Locked Transparent Pixels</strong> on this layer, so I could add color variations—like the pinks and purples in the tail.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Creating the shooting star" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_16_2.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">4.</span> How to Paint the Character</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>When it comes to painting the character, my process is very much about painting on top of my work using variable <strong>Opacity</strong> and <strong>Flow</strong>. Keep in mind that <strong>Opacity</strong> refers to the amount of transparency, while <strong>Flow</strong> is how much "paint" comes out.</p><p>I typically draw and paint with <strong>Opacity Jitter</strong> and <strong>Flow Jitter</strong> set to <strong>Pen Pressure</strong>, but I also manually adjust these attributes, as needed, in the <strong>Options </strong>panel. You can find this at the top of your screen, with the <strong>Brush Tool</strong> selected.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Demonstrating Opacity and Flow in the Options Panel" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_17.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Let's demonstrate these concepts in the hair.</p><p>Here, I've begun to paint on top of my work on a <strong>New Layer</strong>. I used a <strong>Hard Round Brush</strong> with lowered <strong>Opacity </strong>and <strong>Flow</strong>. I regularly use the<strong> Eyedropper Tool</strong> to pick up the colors in the area, making them easier to blend.</p><p>When drawing hair, I like to keep in mind the way it moves, flows, and falls. I would recommend making your lines purposeful—chaotic lines won't look natural.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of painting on top of artwork in a new layer" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_18.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>For highlights, I like to <strong>Create a New Layer</strong> and set the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> to <strong>Color Dodge</strong>. Using a light pink color, I applied the color in a general area, corresponding to the light source, with a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>Then, I continued as we did in the previous step—<strong>Create a New Layer</strong> and draw on top. In this case, I like to use the <strong>Eyedropper Tool</strong> to pick up the light colors created by using <strong>Color Dodge</strong>. Then I can pull and push these different values in a way that naturally flows with the hair.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Example of using Color Dodge to create and develop highlights" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_19_2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>When it comes to the face, I often like to stick to a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>Focus on blending and building the initial values. You'll notice I've emphasized some contours while I've also blended some of my lines in.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Using a Soft Round Brush to render the face" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_20.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>The same applies to the rest of the skin. I largely stick to a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>, unless there is something that casts a hard shadow. Keep your light source in mind.&nbsp;</p><p>When it comes to clothing and folds, I tend to rely more on a <strong>Hard Round Brush</strong>. Then, to blend, I go back to a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>. I toggle between the two a lot, in my process!</p><p>This tutorial is linear, in that we are moving step by step, but don't be afraid to go back and adjust things, as you continue.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Preview of rendering the character " src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_21_2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Let's add some additional values here, particularly in places that could benefit from additional shadows. <strong>Create a New Layer </strong>with the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> set to <strong>Multiply</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>As we've done prior, make this <strong>Layer</strong> a <strong>Clipping Mask</strong>. This way, again, we don't have to worry about going outside the boundary of our work.</p><p>I particularly spent time here adding darker values to the bow area and the character's back. These were applied using a&nbsp;<strong>Hard Round Brush</strong>.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding additional values to the illustration" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_22_2.jpg"></figure><h2><span class="sectionnum">5.</span> How to Add Finishing Touches</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>We're not done with values just yet! The unicorn horns and the hanging star need some clean-up and some values.</p><p><strong>Create a New Layer</strong>, set the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> to <strong>Multiply</strong>, and add value based on our light source. I used a light purple color, as I had prior in the composition, to keep the temperature consistent. For darker values, on the star, I used darker purples.</p><p>I used a <strong>Hard Round Brush</strong> on the star and the horns. Remember, to soften edges, you can utilize a <strong>Soft Round Brush </strong>and/or a <strong>Soft Round Eraser</strong>.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding values to the unicorn horns and star areas" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_23_2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>I really want the light here on the character's face to be dramatic, so let's add even more values!&nbsp;</p><p>No need to create a new <strong>Layer</strong> this time—we can just continue to add more purple to this <strong>Layer</strong> (with the <strong>Layer's Blending Mode</strong> set to <strong>Multiply</strong>). I used darker purples on the far side of the character, because I really wanted things to get quite dark.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding additional dark values on the dark side of the character" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_24_2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>At this point, I <strong>Flattened</strong> my <strong>Artwork Layers </strong>(except for the shooting star and the background Layers).&nbsp;</p><p>Let's add some light, based on the shooting star.&nbsp;</p><p>Create a <strong>New Layer</strong>&nbsp;on top of your artwork and set the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> to<strong> Color Dodge</strong>. Make this <strong>Layer </strong>a <strong>Clipping Mask</strong>. Select a yellow color (I recommend using the <strong>Eyedropper Tool</strong> to select a color based on the shooting star) and apply light using a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>Then, I went in with a <strong>Hard Round Eraser </strong>and cleaned up some of the excess yellow around my lines (because I wanted them to remain a little darker).</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding light to the character inspired by the shooting star" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_25_2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Since this character is set in space, I thought it might be interesting to experiment with some reflected light or another source affecting the values. I placed some light blue light on the opposite side to achieve this.&nbsp;</p><p>To do this, after <strong>Flattening</strong> my artwork <strong>Layers</strong>, I <strong>Created a New Layer</strong>. Yet again, I used a <strong>Clipping Mask</strong> here. Set the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> to <strong>Screen</strong> and apply a blue color with a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>.</p><p>This process is very similar to the previous one, only with a different <strong>Blending Mode</strong> (<strong>Screen</strong>).</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding in blue reflected light" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_25b_2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>For small details, like the highlights on the unicorn horns, I recommend a <strong>Soft Round Brush</strong>. Remember to keep your light source in mind!</p><p>I also added a yellow line here, connecting the horn and the star. I used a <strong>Hard Round Brush</strong> to draw this, as well as the small dots in the middle of the string.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding in final refinements" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_26_2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>I also wanted to try out a soft, pink eyeshadow.&nbsp;</p><p>To do so, <strong>Create a New Layer</strong> and set the <strong>Blending Mode</strong> to <strong>Screen</strong>. I applied color with a<strong> Hard Round Brush</strong>, and then used a <strong>Soft Round Eraser</strong> to make it fade into the skin tone.&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Adding in pink eyeshadow" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_27b.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Finally, let's add some variations to the hair—some strays here and there, and some extra strokes in the back, where the blue light hits the head area.</p><p>I did so using a <strong>Hard Round Brush</strong> on a <strong>New Layer</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>When it comes to new strands, outside of the character's initial boundary, I often like to add a dark contour, just so it matches the rest of the illustration.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Finishing touches in the hair area" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_28c.jpg"></figure><h2>Great Work!</h2><p>You've made it to the end of the tutorial—congrats and thanks for joining me! I hope you picked up some tips and tricks along the way that you can apply to your future, otherworldly work.&nbsp;</p><p>Happy creating!&nbsp;</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="Final illustration" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/2092/posts/31047/image/unistar_29_2.jpg"></figure><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31047/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31047/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31047/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31047/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-21T14:00:00.000Z2018-05-21T14:00:00.000ZDaisy Eintag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31035Illustrator in 60 Seconds: The Perspective Grid<figure class="final-product final-product--image"><img src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/523/posts/31035/final_image/tutorial-preview-large.png" alt="Final product image"><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>Welcome to our Illustrator in 60 Seconds series, in which you can learn an Adobe Illustrator skill, feature, or technique in just a minute!</p><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXGf8Q8IP5c" class="embedded-video">
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</figure><h2>Illustrator in 60 Seconds: The Perspective Grid</h2><p>Always wanted to use the <strong>Perspective Grid</strong> but never knew how? If that's the case then you should definitely check out the video and quick steps which will help you understand all its basic features.</p><p>By default, the tool can be
accessed from the left toolbar or by using the <b>Shift-P</b> keyboard shortcut. It comes preset to a two-point perspective, which can easily be changed by heading over to <b>View &gt; Perspective Grid</b> and
choosing from its three available options.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="turning on the perspective grid" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/523/posts/31035/image/turning-on-the-perspective-grid.png"></figure><p>Depending
on what you are trying to achieve, you can easily adjust the grid using its
different points and handles.</p>
<p>For example, you can adjust the position of its two vanishing points by selecting the outer
circles and moving them closer or further away from the center of the grid.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="adjusting the position of the vanishing points" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/523/posts/31035/image/adjusting-the-position-of-the-vanishing-points.png"></figure><p>You can control the <b>Vertical Grid Extent</b> and the position
of the <b>Horizon Level</b> using the outer
diamond-shaped handles.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="adjusting the position of the horizon level" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/523/posts/31035/image/adjusting-the-position-of-the-horizon-level.png"></figure><p>The center diamond lets you
adjust the size of the <b>Grid Cells</b>,
while the inner side ones let you adjust the <b>Extent</b> of the grid on the planes.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="adjusting the size of the grid cells" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/523/posts/31035/image/adjusting-the-size-of-the-grid-cells.png"></figure><p>No matter the tools you
use, the shapes that you create will automatically snap to the <b>Grid</b> <b>Plane</b>, which is currently set as active within the <b>Plane Switching Widget</b>. You can
change that by simply clicking on the different sides of the little cube.</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="example of drawing on the perspective grid" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/523/posts/31035/image/example-of-shapes-snapping-to-the-perspective-grid.png"></figure><p>That's it! As long as you play with these settings, you'll be able to create interesting compositions using any of the three perspectives.</p><h2>A Bit More Detail</h2><p>Learn more about <a href="http://design.tutsplus.com/categories/adobe-illustrator" rel="external" target="_blank">Adobe Illustrator</a> on Envato Tuts+:</p><ul class="roundup-block__contents posts--half-width roundup-block--card">
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</ul><h2>60 Seconds?!</h2><p>This is part of a <a href="http://design.tutsplus.com/series/60-second-video-tutorials--cms-964" rel="external" target="_blank">series of quick video tutorials</a> on Envato Tuts+ in which we introduce a range of subjects, all in 60 seconds—just enough to whet your appetite. Let us know in the comments what you thought of this video and what else you'd like to see explained in 60 seconds!<br></p><div class="mediafed_ad"><img border="0" height="1" src="http://audio.tutsplus.com.feedsportal.com/c/35227/f/668805/s/31035/sc/4/mf.gif" width="1" /><a href="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31035/a2.htm"><img border="0" src="http://da.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31035/a2.img" /></a><img border="0" height="1" src="http://pi.feedsportal.com/r/186529796139/u/407/f/668805/c/35227/s/31035/a2t.img" width="1" /></div>2018-05-21T10:00:00.000Z2018-05-21T10:00:00.000ZAndrei Stefantag:design.tutsplus.com,2005:PostPresenter/cms-31137How to Create a Comic Animation in CrazyTalk Animator 3<figure class="final-product final-product--video"><iframe src="//www.youtube.com/embed/SgMd_-rIL4c?rel=0" frameborder="0" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe><figcaption>What You'll Be Creating</figcaption></figure><p>If you want to show a story, there's nothing better than an animation—you can share what you've got to say through the look of the characters, their movements, and the sounds they make. CrazyTalk Animator 3 is a perfect program for this task—very simple to use, yet very powerful. If you use it in its Pipeline version, you can even make it an extension of Photoshop!</p><p>In this tutorial, I will show you how to create a character in Photoshop, how to adjust it for animation, and how to import it to CTA3. Then you'll learn how to add automatic animations to it, and how to add sounds to create a complete story. This will be a very basic animation of a dog chasing a butterfly, but it will teach you all the basics you need!</p><p>And once you've learned how to create your own comic animation, why don't you take part in the <a href="https://www.reallusion.com/crazytalk-animator/event/2018-Animation-at-Work/index.html" target="_self">Animation At Work Contest</a>? There are great prizes to win!<br></p><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">1.</span> How to Prepare the Assets in Photoshop</h2><h3>Step 1</h3><p>First, create a sketch of a dog and open it in Photoshop. Lower its <strong>Opacity</strong>. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="dog sketch" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>We're going to build the whole dog's body out of vector shapes that can be reshaped easily. If you have an Adobe Creative Cloud subscription, you can learn how to do it in this quick tutorial:</p><ul class="roundup-block__contents posts--half-width roundup-block--list"><li class="roundup-block__content"><a class="roundup-block__content-link" href="http://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-use-photoshops-curvature-pen-tool--cms-29906"><img class="roundup-block__preview-image" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/29906/preview_image/adobe-pen-curvature-preview.png"><div class="roundup-block__primary-category topic-design">Pen Tool</div>
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<div class="roundup-block__author">Monika Zagrobelna</div></a></li></ul><p> Let's start with the muzzle. Use the <strong>Ellipse Tool (U)</strong> and hold <strong>Shift </strong>to draw a circle. Make sure you're working in <strong>Shape </strong>mode first! Give the muzzle a beige color, and then use the <strong>Direct Selection Tool (A)</strong> to drag the points and reshape the circle. You can add more points anytime by using the <strong>Pen Tool (P)</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="simple muzzle pen tool" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Add an oval nose (black) with an oval shine (dark grey).<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="simple dog nose" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Build the eyes step by step, including the iris, the pupil, the white of the eye, the shine, and a dark patch around the eye. Add the head, a fluffy cheek, and a pattern on the head.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="dog face" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-4-5-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5<br>
</h3><p>Add the floppy ears and a smiling mouth.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="doc ears and mouth" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-7-8-9.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Add the fluffy neck.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create vector dog neck" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-10.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Add the torso. Make it super fluffy!</p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create dog torso" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-11-12-13.gif"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>The tail and legs should be easy to create now. Just keep them simple!<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create dog legs" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-14-15-16.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>Create the eyebrows.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create vector dog eyebrows" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-17.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>If you want to create animated facial expressions, prepare them now. You can duplicate the mouth, for example, and reshape it to make it open for a bark. And you can rotate it to close the mouth.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create dog facial expressions" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-18.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p>Our first character is done! Let's create the butterfly now:<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create vector butterfly" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-19.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12</h3><p>To make the scene complete, we also need a background. We can do it in a very simple way. Create a new file with the dimensions intended for your video. Mine are<strong> 1920 x 1080 px</strong>. Copy your characters and place them here to have a reference.<br></p><p>Fill a whole layer with a white-blue gradient. Then add some ground to it, making each layer lighter and more bluish to fit the sky. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create simple vector background" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-20-21-22.gif"></figure><h3>Step 13</h3><p>Add a white circle for the sun. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add vector sun" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-27.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 14</h3><p><strong>Right-click</strong> the sun layer and select<strong> Blending Options</strong>. Add <strong>Outer Glow</strong>. Use yellow in <strong>Normal</strong> mode. Adjust its <strong>Spread </strong>and<strong> Size </strong>to achieve a nice glow.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add glow to sun" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-28.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create glowing sun in photoshop" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-1-29.jpg"></figure><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">2.</span> How to Add Bones to the Characters</h2><h3>Step 1<br>
</h3><p>Our characters are finished, but they're only graphics now. To animate them, we need to add "bones" to them—this way, CrazyTalk Animator 3 will know how to move the parts of the body.<br></p><p>First, organize the layers of your dog. Some need to be merged, while others don't. You should have layers for:</p><ul>
<li>Front paw (R and L)</li>
<li>Front leg (R and L)</li>
<li>Back paw (R and L)</li>
<li>Back leg (R and L)</li>
<li>Tail</li>
<li>Body</li>
<li>Neck (merge it with the right cheek fur)</li>
<li>Smiling mouth</li>
<li>Barking mouth</li>
<li>Closed mouth</li>
<li>Ear (R and L)</li>
<li>Head (merged with the muzzle and eye patches)</li>
<li>Nose</li>
<li>"Iris" (R and L; iris merged with the pupil and the shine)</li>
<li>The white of the eye (R and L)</li>
<li>Various eyes modified for expressions</li>
<li>Eyebrow (R and L)</li>
</ul><figure class="post_image"><img alt="layers of the graphics character" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Download <a href="http://file.reallusion.com/cta/CTA_G3_Pipeline_PSD_Template_Sample_Project.zip" target="_self">the template with bones for a quadruped</a>. Open it in Photoshop. Make both windows visible at the same time, and drag the layers from the template to the dog's file.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="drag layers from template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>With the layers still selected, use the<strong> Free Transform Tool (Control-T)</strong> to adjust the size of the template to your dog.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="adjust size of template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>The template file contains four types of elements:</p><ul>
<li>
<strong>Images</strong>: the parts of the animation that we can see.</li>
<li>
<strong>Bones</strong>: the parts of the animation that direct the movement of the images, though they are not visible during the animation.</li>
<li>
<strong>Labels</strong>: they help us assign the bones to the correct images.</li>
<li>
<strong>Pivot</strong>: it defines the ground level.</li>
</ul><p>First, replace the images of the template with your graphics. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="replace images on template" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-4.jpg"></figure><p>Some elements must be placed in the <strong>RL_TalkingHead</strong> group. These will be used for the facial animation.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="facial animation images" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-5.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="mouth images" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>Next, move the bone markings to the correct places on the dog's body and face (in the groups <strong>RL_Bone_Quadruped</strong> and <strong>RL_Talking &gt; HeadHead_Bone</strong>). Save your file when you're done.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="place bones" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-7.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Our butterfly will need bones, too, though not as complex. Open the <strong>Wings_Template</strong> from the previously downloaded pack and use the same method as before, this time on the butterfly.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="butterfly images" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-14.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="wings images" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-2-15.jpg"></figure><h2>
<span class="sectionnum">3.</span> How to Animate Characters in CrazyTalk Animator 3</h2><h3>Step 1<br>
</h3><p>Time for the real fun! Open CrazyTalk Animator 3. Go to <strong>Render &gt; Render Video</strong> and adjust the dimensions you need. Don't click Export—just close the window when you're done.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="render options cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Drag your background into the program. Select <strong>Background</strong> when a window appears.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add background to cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-2.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="background added" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Click <strong>Create G3 Free Bone Actor</strong>. Select your file with the dog.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="create g3 free bone actor" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-4.jpg"></figure><p>The dog will appear, along with its bones as defined in the template.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="dog added with bones" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Regardless of the layer order you had in Photoshop, CTA3 has its own order that can make some mess. Open<strong> Layer Manager</strong> and drag the mouth under the face.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to arrange layers in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>You can click <strong>Preview</strong> to play with the bones to see if they work correctly. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="cta3 preview" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-7.jpg"></figure><p>They should move along with the graphics they're attached to. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="test the bones" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-8.jpg"></figure><p>If you notice anything that needs to be fixed, you can easily go back to Photoshop to adjust it live. Just select <strong>Launch to External PSD Editor</strong>. Your file will be opened automatically—adjust what you need and save. Your changes will be applied to the dog open in CTA3, so you can check the effects of the change at once.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to launch cta3 to photoshop" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-8-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6</h3><p>Are you happy with the end result? Click <strong>Back Stage</strong> to go from <strong>Composer Mode</strong> to <strong>Stage Mode</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="go to stage mode" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-9.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Place your dog where you want it to be at the beginning of the animation.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="place character in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-10.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Import your butterfly the same way as the dog. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="place butterfly" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-11.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>We're ready for animation! Go to <strong>Content Manager </strong>and open the <strong>Animation</strong> tab. Go to<strong> Motion &gt; 2_G3 Animals &gt; Dog &gt; Move</strong>. Make sure your dog is selected, and then double click <strong>Run(1S), Run(2L), Run(2L) </strong>again, and <strong>Run(3E)</strong>. This will give your dog animations of starting the run, two animations of running, and one of ending the run.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add run animation to dog" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-12.jpg"></figure><p>Test your animation now:<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="test animation" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-12-1.jpg"></figure><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aY7OyHFljE0" class="embedded-video">
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</figure><h3>Step 10</h3><p>But we don't want the dog to run in place! We need a few more steps to adjust this animation. Go to <strong>Window &gt; Timeline </strong>and select <strong>Motion</strong> to open the timeline of the dog.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to open timeline" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-13.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 11</h3><p>Here you can see all the animations that have been applied. Drag the marker to the end of the run, click the frame below, and press <strong>V</strong> to mark a keyframe. It's not necessary, but it helps organize the motion on the timeline, and it's a good practice if you want to separate the motions from one another.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add keyframes in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-14.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 12</h3><p>Drag your dog to the place you want it to run to.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to make the dog move" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-15.jpg"></figure><p>If you play the animation now, you'll see the dog running through the scene!</p><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7K2fK6lh5c" class="embedded-video">
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</figure><h3>Step 13</h3><p>Make sure your maker is placed right at the end of the running motion. Go to <strong>Edit &gt; Flip &gt; Horizontal Flip</strong> to make the dog turn around.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to flip a character in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-17.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 14</h3><p>Repeat the previous steps to make the dog run back.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="repeat the run back" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-18.jpg"></figure><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_invA6B9io" class="embedded-video">
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</h3><p>Let's add more action. Put your marker at the end of all animations and go to <strong>Animation &gt; Motion &gt; 2_G3 Animals &gt; Dog &gt; Perform &gt; Bark(1S), Bark (2L), Bark (3E)</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add bark animation in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-19.jpg"></figure><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwChCM9nKQc" class="embedded-video">
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</h3><p>To give the dog a reason to run around, make it chase the butterfly. The butterfly should move right before the dog, and turn around before it stops.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to place butterfly" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-20.jpg"></figure><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to move butterfly" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-21.jpg"></figure><p>Finish the motion in the same place it started, to allow for a loop. Make it stop before the barking begins.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create butterfly lop" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-22.jpg"></figure><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DW7pfG0qwX4" class="embedded-video">
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</figure><h3>Step 17</h3><p>But the butterfly can be animated, too! Go to <strong>Animation &gt; Motion &gt; 4_G3 Wings &gt; Wings &gt; Butterfly(2L).</strong><br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to animate butterfly in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-23.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 18</h3><p>You can make the motion more natural by adding more turns to the track.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to create natural path for butterfly" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-3-24.jpg"></figure><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7FnEcBhMFE" class="embedded-video">
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<span class="sectionnum">4.</span> How to Add Facial Animations</h2><h3>Step 1<br>
</h3><p>To make the whole animation more natural and interesting, let's make the dog change its facial expressions. It's very easy! <br></p><p>Select the dog and click <strong>Face Puppet</strong>. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="face puppet cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-4-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Find a dog on the list and press <strong>Preview</strong>. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="face puppet window cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-4-2.jpg"></figure><p>Put your cursor on the dog's head, press<strong> Space</strong>, and move your mouse to make the dog move its head. You can also <strong>left-click</strong> to make it blink. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="simple facial animation cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-4-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Play with various expressions a little to learn what can be used in your animation. I decided to use Happy expressions for the running. Place the marker where you want the animation to start, and then click <strong>Record</strong>. Press <strong>Enter </strong>to gain extra time, and play your expression. Press <strong>Space</strong> to stop recording.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to record facial animation cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-4-4.jpg"></figure><p>I achieved a satisfying and unintentionally funny result after the first try, but if you don't like what you recorded, just press<strong> Control-Z</strong> and try again.</p><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDHmOh0dUEQ" class="embedded-video">
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</h3><p>Use the same method to create a barking animation.</p><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhHV_wkQvWo" class="embedded-video">
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<span class="sectionnum">5.</span> How to Add Sound Effects to an Animation</h2><h3>Step 1<br>
</h3><p>The animation is almost done, but it's weird without any sounds. Let's add them!</p><p>Click <strong>Music</strong> on the <strong>Project</strong>'s layer in the timeline (if you can't see the project, click the first icon on the bar and tick <strong>Project</strong>).<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add music cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-1.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 2</h3><p>Drag some background music to this layer. I chose <a href="https://audiojungle.net/item/park-ambience/21652151" target="_self">sounds of birds</a>, but you can choose <a href="https://audiojungle.net/category/sound/nature-sounds" target="_self">anything that seems fitting to you</a>. Make sure that the music covers all the time of the animation—if not, you can copy and paste it again.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add background music to cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-2.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 3</h3><p>Next, click <strong>Sound FX1</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add sound effects cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-3.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 4</h3><p>Put the <a href="https://audiojungle.net/item/dog-panting/120162" target="_self">sound of a panting dog</a> here. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add a sound of panting dog" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-4.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 5</h3><p>We need to adjust this sound, because it shouldn't be played all the time—just when the dog's mouth is open. You can do it easily by splitting the track. Select the sound, place the marker where you want it split, and press <strong>Control-B</strong>.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to split the track in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-5.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 6 </h3><p>Split tracks can be moved to the correct place easily.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to move split tracks in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-6.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 7</h3><p>Finally, click<strong> Sound FX2</strong>...<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add more sound effects in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-7.jpg"></figure><p>... and put the <a href="https://audiojungle.net/item/dog-barking/21718747" target="_self">sound of a barking dog </a>here.<br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add dog bark in cta3" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-8.jpg"></figure><h3>Step 8</h3><p>Split it correctly and place it where it should be. <br></p><figure class="post_image"><img alt="how to add sounds to cta3 animation" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/31137/image/how-to-create-animation-cta3-5-9.jpg"></figure><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOPlFFlSctI" class="embedded-video">
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</figure><h3>Step 9</h3><p>After everything is done, take a look at the video and see how it all looks together. I decided to alter the background's colors a little to make the dog stand out more. After you've applied these changes, just go to<strong> Render &gt; Render Video</strong> and hit <strong>Export</strong>.</p><h2>Good Job!</h2><p>Now you know all the basics of animating in CrazyTalk Animator 3. You can create your own characters and write your own story that you can share with others! If you're interested in other tricks, you can try our previous tutorial about CTA3:<br></p><ul class="roundup-block__contents posts--half-width roundup-block--list"><li class="roundup-block__content"><a class="roundup-block__content-link" href="http://design.tutsplus.com/tutorials/create-an-animated-character-with-photoshop-and-crazytalk-animator-3--cms-30056"><img class="roundup-block__preview-image" src="https://cms-assets.tutsplus.com/uploads/users/108/posts/30056/preview_image/create-crazytalk-animation-preview.gif"><div class="roundup-block__primary-category topic-design">CrazyTalk Animator</div>
<div class="roundup-block__content-title">How to Create an Animated Character with Photoshop and CrazyTalk Animator 3</div>
<div class="roundup-block__author">Monika Zagrobelna</div></a></li></ul><p>And don't forget to enter your animation in the <a href="https://www.reallusion.com/crazytalk-animator/event/2018-Animation-at-Work/index.html" target="_self">Animation At Work Contest</a> and win some great prizes for your work!<br></p><figure data-video-embed="true" data-original-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgMd_-rIL4c" class="embedded-video">
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